Even though it is seen as a relatively safe, benign drug, especially to herbal enthusiasts, it can cause some unwanted side effects, especially at high doses. The bodies of people under age 35 are usually able to produce an adequate supply of melatonin on their own. Ingesting melatonin supplements can cause hormone fluctuations, irritability, reduced blood flow, and increased sleep disturbances, including vivid nightmares.
Individuals who experience orthostatic intolerance, a cardiovascular condition that results in reduced blood pressure and blood flow to the brain when a person stands, may experience a worsening of symptoms when taking melatonin supplements, a study at Penn State College of Medicine's Milton S. Hershey Medical Center suggests. Melatonin can exacerbate the symptoms by reducing nerve activity in those who experience the condition, the study found.
Please see the web pages for more details on Melatonin.
2007-09-22 05:58:34
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answered by gangadharan nair 7
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Current literature says overdose of melatonin is not likely to be dangerous since research shows extremely high amounts of melatonin are not as fatal as any of the other sleeping pills. The possible effects would be extreme grogginess, headache, drowsiness and some degrees of stomach upset.
However, with such excessive amounts taken at once, it is very possible also to have some worst effects more than what we can imagine. Too much of everything is poison and we can only tell "what is behind the mountains after reaching its peak." It can be likely dangerous as well, who knows?
2007-09-22 04:22:42
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answered by ♥ lani s 7
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