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Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet is used to treat jet lag and insomnia (sleep disorders). It contains Melatonin that synchronises the body's biological day-and-night rhythm. It may cause common side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, headache, and nausea. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

MELATONIN-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Serotonin Pharmaceuticals Llp

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet

Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet is a hormone that helps control sleep patterns. Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet is used to treat jet lag and insomnia (sleep disorders). Jet lag is a sleep disorder that occurs in people who travel across multiple time zones. Insomnia is a sleep disorder which causes trouble falling and/or staying asleep.

Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet contains ‘Melatonin’ that synchronises the body’s biological day-and-night rhythm. Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet acts on the receptors in the body, thereby controlling the circadian rhythm and increasing the propensity to sleep.

You are advised to take Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet may cause common side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, headache, and nausea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Do not take Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. Do not drive or operate machinery as Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol with Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet

Treatment of Insomnia, Jet-lag.

Directions for Use

Take this medicine without food, i.e., 2 hours before or after food or as advised by the doctor.Tablet/Capsule: Swallow the tablet/capsule as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it. Oral liquid/Syrup: Take the prescribed dose/quantity using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the bottle well before each use. Orally disintegrating tablet/Orally disintegrating strips/ Mouth dissolving tablet: Place the tablet/strip in your mouth and allow it to dissolve.Oral spray: Check the label for directions and use it as advised by the doctor. Open and shake the bottle. Spray the contents into the mouth as advised by the doctor.Lozenges: Place the lozenge in the mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.

Medicinal Benefits

Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet is a hormone that helps control sleep patterns. Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet is used to treat jet lag and insomnia (sleep disorders) in people over 55 years. Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet acts on the receptors in the body, thereby controlling the circadian rhythm and increasing the propensity to sleep. Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet adds to the body’s natural supply of the hormone, helps you get to sleep, and improves sleep quality.

Side Effects of Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Nausea

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have epilepsy, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, or impaired liver or kidney function. Talk to your doctor before taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet if you are pregnant. Do not take Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. Avoid consuming alcohol with Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness.

Therapeutic Class

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MelatoninSelegiline
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • ESTROGEN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • MIDAZOLAM
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • ZOPICLONE
  • WARFARIN
  • PSORALENS
  • TEMAZEPAM
  • ZALEPLON

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try sticking to a sleep schedule. Keep your bedtime and waketime consistent.
  • Practise yoga or meditation as it helps in relieving stress.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid doing a strenuous activity before bedtime.
  • Try relaxation therapy. Read a book or listen to soothing music.
  • Do not consume caffeinated or carbonated products.
  • Avoid taking large meals and beverages before bedtime.
  • Exercise moderately as it can help in relieving stress.

Habit Forming

No

How Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet Works

Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet acts on the receptors in the body, thereby controlling the circadian rhythm and increasing the propensity to sleep. Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet adds to the body’s natural supply of the hormone, helps you get to sleep, and improves sleep quality.

What if I have taken an overdose of Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet ; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Driving

Unsafe

Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet causes dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking this medicine.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns before taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns before taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet .

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor. Your doctor may decide the dose and duration based on the child's age, body weight and condition.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet is used to treat jet lag and insomnia (sleep disorders). It helps control sleep patterns.
Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet acts on the receptors in the body, thereby controlling the circadian rhythm and increasing the propensity to sleep. Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet adds to the body’s natural supply of the melatonin hormone, helps you get to sleep, and improves sleep quality.
Melatonin is a natural hormone produced by the pineal gland located in the brain that synchronises the body’s biological day-and-night rhythm. The body produces melatonin just after it gets dark, peaking in the early hours of the morning. It helps in controlling the sleep cycle.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Please consult your doctor before taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet along with contraceptives or hormone replacement preparations containing oestrogen, as it might increase the effect of Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet .
Avoid drinking caffeinated products such as coffee, cola or energy drinks along with Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet as it has the opposite effect and might alter the working of Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet . Avoiding smoking as the components of tobacco might increase the breakdown of Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet in the liver.
Please consult your doctor before taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet if you have diabetes, as it may cause high blood glucose levels. Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Melonyte 5 mg Chewable Tablet to avoid unpleasant events.

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