Sundown Naturals Melatonin 5 mg Delicious Strawberry Flavor
Brand: Sundown Naturals · Form: GUMMY [E0176] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains 5 mg of melatonin per serving, which is a common dosage for sleep support. However, the data provided does not include specific studies or clinical trials on this exact product or its strawberry flavor. We must be transparent: the specific health benefits of this formulation are not detailed in the data available to us.
How it works
Melatonin is a hormone your body naturally produces to regulate your sleep-wake cycle. While the data for this product does not describe its mechanism, the ingredient calcium is included in our data and works as a master regulator for bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. For this specific melatonin product, the data does not provide a mechanism of action.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but specific reports for this Sundown Naturals Melatonin product are not available in the data [FDA data]. For calcium, side effects from high intakes include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. For this melatonin product specifically, side effect data is not provided.
Our recommendation
Our assessment is that you should consult a healthcare provider before starting this supplement, as data on this specific product's efficacy and safety is limited. The data does not include a recommended dosage, duration of use, or specific warnings for this melatonin product. Always check with your pharmacist or doctor, especially if you take other medications, as calcium supplements can reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS]. For this product, we cannot make a confident recommendation based solely on the data provided.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Sundown Naturals |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 14.0 Gummie(s) |
| Market Status | On 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