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Sleep Disorders 101: Melatonin Safety

Is melatonin safe to take every night?

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Answered by:

Michael Breus, Ph.D.

Clinical Psychologist and Author of Beauty Sleep

Again, I go back to the reason why you are having problems sleeping. It is highly unlikely that you have a melatonin deficiency. Melatonin, like anything else, can only be considered a temporary Band-Aid while looking for the root of the problem. If taken properly, meaning at the right dosage and the right time, it can be quite effective. But just like long-term use of sleep aids, it must be monitored.

Dr. Breus is a practicing Ph.D. in clinical psychology with a specialty in clinical sleep disorders. He has a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, and is the author of Beauty Sleep. He is a regular contributor to WebMD and America Online. For more on Dr. Breus, visit his website or follow him on Twitter @thesleepdoctor.

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