Melatonin Extended Release Tablets 2.5mg 150 ct

Supports sleep. Releases melatonin gradually over two-to-four hours. Free of common allergens. Gluten- and casein-free. Ultra Tested®. Melatonin is a hormone that is produced in the brain by the pineal gland from serotonin. It is used primarily as a sleep aid. It is also commonly used to reduce jet lag. Low melatonin levels are considered a very common cause of sleeplessness.† Several double-blind studies have shown that melatonin supplementation is effective in promoting sleep when melatonin levels are low; however, if an individual takes melatonin when levels are not reduced, then it reportedly has no effect.† For individuals who are deficient in glutathione, melatonin is important because it stimulates the production of glutathione peroxidase.† This versatile nutrient is also a powerful antioxidant. In addition, it works to stimulate phosphorylation of pyridoxine in the brain and facilitates the formation of pyridoxal 5-phosphate. Melatonin may also help in the methylation process, which is important in the body’s absorption and utilization of vitamin B6.† FREE OF: Milk, Eggs, Fish, Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat, Soy, and sSesame SUPPLEMENTS: Calcium Carbonate, Melatonin OTHER INGREDIENTS: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Citric Acid, Silicon Dioxide, Sodium Glycolate WARNINGS: THESE TABLETS MUST BE SWALLOWED WHOLE. THEY MAY NOT BE CRUSHED OR DISSOLVED IN LIQUIDS AS THAT WOULD DESTROY THE SLO-RELEASE MATRIX THAT LENGTHENS THE TABLET’S DISSOLVING TIME. THEY MAY BE SWALLOWED WITH FOOD SUCH AS APPLESAUCE, MASHED POTATOES, A OR PEANUT BUTTER FOLLOWED BY SOME WATER. INDIVIDUAL TABLETS MAY DARKEN OVER TIME. THE POTENCY AND EFFICACY OF THE PRODUCT IS NOT AFFECTED. STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE AND TIGHTLY CAPPED. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. †These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.