Douglas Laboratories Melatonin 3 mg Sublingual Tablets
Brand: Douglas Laboratories · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment is that the data provided does not contain any information on melatonin or the specific product "Douglas Laboratories Melatonin 3 mg Sublingual Tablets." The data provided is for the ingredient calcium. Therefore, we cannot make any assessment about melatonin's effectiveness, safety, or dosing based on the supplied information. The evidence shows that for the ingredient calcium, it is known to support bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Based on the data provided, calcium works as a mineral that supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also aids in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For the specific product you asked about, data on how melatonin works is not available.
Safety profile
Data not available for melatonin. For calcium, the provided data indicates that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. High levels of calcium in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all supplements, but specific report counts for melatonin are not provided [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to consult a healthcare provider before taking any supplement. Based on the data provided, we cannot recommend the Douglas Laboratories Melatonin 3 mg Sublingual Tablets, as no data on this product or melatonin was supplied. If you are considering calcium, be aware of its potential interactions with medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Douglas Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
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- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
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Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide