Melatonin Products Overdosed: TGA Testing Reveals Risks
- * Melatonin product Issues: The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in australia has found significant discrepancies in the melatonin content of several imported products.
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* Melatonin product Issues: The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in australia has found significant discrepancies in the melatonin content of several imported products.
* Sleepose-3 Melatonin 3mg: Contained 417% of the labelled melatonin.
* Natrol Melatonin 5mg gummies: Contained 170% of the labelled melatonin.
* live Natures Melatonin 10mg: Contained no melatonin at all.
* TGA Recommendations:
* Consumers should return any remaining imported melatonin to a pharmacy for safe disposal.
* Parents should consult a doctor before giving melatonin to children, especially those with seizure disorders (as it may increase seizure frequency).
* Risks of Incorrect Dosage: Taking melatonin without medical oversight can lead to serious side effects, including hospitalisation and accidental overdose, notably in children.
* Expert Opinion: dr. Ramya Raman (Royal Australian College of General Practitioners) emphasized the importance of consulting a doctor before giving melatonin to children, highlighting that medication should accurately match the label for safety.