NOW Extra Strength Melatonin 10 mg
Brand: NOW · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
Our assessment: based on the data provided for this specific product, NOW Extra Strength Melatonin 10 mg, we cannot offer an evidence-based assessment of melatonin itself. The data you supplied pertains to calcium, not melatonin. Therefore, we cannot confirm any benefits, mechanisms, or safety profile for this melatonin supplement using the information given. Data not available for melatonin from the provided sources.
How it works
Since the only ingredient data provided is for calcium, we can only describe how calcium works. Calcium supports bone mineralization and density, and it is essential for neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This information does not apply to the melatonin product you asked about. Data not available for how this specific melatonin product works.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but this number is not specific to melatonin or this product [FDA data]. For the ingredient calcium, high intakes are linked to risks including constipation, nausea, weight loss, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. These side effects are not relevant to melatonin. Data not available for side effects of melatonin from the provided FDA data.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is that we cannot make a recommendation for NOW Extra Strength Melatonin 10 mg based on the data provided. The clinical data you supplied is for calcium, not melatonin. To make an informed decision, you would need specific data on melatonin’s effects, side effects, and interactions. Based on the information given, we must state: data not available to support a recommendation for this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Veg Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % 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.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide