Sundown Naturalist Time Release Melatonin 5 mg

Our assessment

The evidence shows that melatonin is a widely used sleep aid, but the specific product data you requested — Sundown Naturalist Time Release Melatonin 5 mg — is not available in the provided data. We cannot assess this specific formulation or dosage form. For the ingredient melatonin itself, data is not available in the provided sources. Our assessment must be limited to what the data actually contains.

How it works

Data not available for melatonin from the provided sources. The data provided is for the ingredient calcium, not melatonin. Calcium supports bone density through bone mineralization and aids in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This mechanism does not apply to melatonin. For how melatonin works, data is not available.

Safety profile

The FDA adverse event database contains 592,059 total reports across all supplements, but specific data for melatonin or Sundown Naturalist Time Release Melatonin 5 mg is not available [FDA data]. For the ingredient calcium (which is not in this product), high intakes may be linked to increased risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and side effects include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. This does not apply to your melatonin product.

Our recommendation

Data not available to make a recommendation for Sundown Naturalist Time Release Melatonin 5 mg. We cannot provide dosage guidance, safety information, or effectiveness claims based on the provided data. For any supplement, always consult your healthcare provider before starting, especially with time-release formulations. If you are seeking information on melatonin specifically, that data is not available in the provided sources.

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• 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