Natrol Melatonin 3 mg

Our assessment

The evidence shows that while calcium is essential for bone health, the specific product you asked about is Natrol Melatonin 3 mg. For that product, our assessment is that melatonin data is not available from the provided sources. For calcium as a general supplement, the data indicates a clear role in bone mineralization, but you must be cautious about dosing. Data not available for Natrol Melatonin 3 mg specific claims from NIH ODS.

How it works

Think of calcium as a structural builder and a messenger. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For Natrol Melatonin 3 mg, the mechanism of action data is not available in the provided information.

Safety profile

The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high levels 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]. Some research also suggests high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. For Natrol Melatonin 3 mg, specific side effect report counts are not available in the provided data.

Our recommendation

Start with a focus on your specific product: Natrol Melatonin 3 mg. Since data for this specific product is not available in the provided information, we cannot make a specific recommendation for it based on this data. For general calcium supplementation, be aware that it can reduce the absorption of several medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. We recommend you consult a healthcare provider for the Natrol Melatonin 3 mg product, as the provided data does not contain its specific evidence or safety profile.

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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