What are side effects of melatonin?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

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6+ Yrs

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Most common side effects include abdominal cramps, daytime fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, irritability and disruption in circadian rhythm (Sleep - wake cycle). Also, caution must be taken in the form of repeated monitorings when prescribed for persons with blood pressure, liver disorder and seizure disorder.

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