Life Extension Melatonin 750 mcg 6 Hour Timed Release
Brand: Life Extension · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
Our assessment: For a general audience seeking a low-dose melatonin supplement, the Life Extension Melatonin 750 mcg 6 Hour Timed Release product provides a specific, targeted dose. However, we must be clear: the data provided for this product's active ingredient is incomplete. The ingredient data we have is for Calcium, not Melatonin. This means we cannot speak to the specific mechanism or safety profile of melatonin based on the data you provided. We can only analyze the calcium data, which is not relevant to this product. For melatonin-specific health claims, data is not available in the provided information.
How it works
Based on the data for Calcium, which is the only ingredient data supplied, calcium supports bone mineralization and density, as well as neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This information is not applicable to a melatonin product, which is intended to support sleep. For how melatonin works, data is not available in the provided information.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements [FDA data]. For the specific ingredient calcium, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine calcium levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. These side effects and interactions are for calcium, not melatonin. For melatonin-specific side effects, data is not available.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: We cannot recommend this product based on the data provided, as the supplied information pertains to calcium, not melatonin. To make an informed decision about this melatonin supplement, you would need to consult a healthcare provider and seek product-specific data on melatonin's effects, dosage, and safety. Data not available for the active ingredient in this product prevents a confident recommendation.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Life Extension |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Vegetarian Tablet(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