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Melanap 5mg Tablet

ContainsMelatonin (5mg)
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Packaging:10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Melanap 5mg Tablet – Melatonin (5mg) 5 mg by Hind Bioscience
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Chemical Class3-Alkylindoles Derivative
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS

About Melanap 5mg Tablet

Melanap 5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of insomnia and jet lag (a sleep disorder due to frequent travel to different time zones). It reduces jet lag symptoms such as irritability, indigestion, daytime tiredness, and sleep disturbances.Melanap 5mg Tablet helps to synchronize the bodys biological day-night rhythm. It should be taken either 2 hours before or 2 hours after food, preferably at bedtime. However, it is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medicine should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.Some common side effects of this medicine include headache and drowsiness. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to note that this medicine should not be used for daily naps.Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from any liver or kidney problems. You should avoid smoking and alcohol while using this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medicine. However, if the need arises, please consult your doctor before using it.

How It Works

Melanap 5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of insomnia and jet lag (a sleep disorder due to frequent travel to different time zones). It reduces jet lag symptoms such as irritability, indigestion, daytime tiredness, and sleep disturbances.Melanap 5mg Tablet helps to synchronize the bodys biological day-night rhythm. It should be taken either 2 hours before or 2 hours after food, preferably at bedtime. However, it is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medicine should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.Some common side effects of this medicine include headache and drowsiness. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to note that this medicine should not be used for daily naps.Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from any liver or kidney problems. You should avoid smoking and alcohol while using this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medicine. However, if the need arises, please consult your doctor before using it.

How to Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Melanap 5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

What if you miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Melanap 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Storage

Store below 30C

Prescription required. Upload a valid prescription at checkout or via prescription upload.

Composition of Melanap 5mg Tablet

Melatonin (5mg)

Uses of Melanap 5mg Tablet

Treatment of Insomnia

Key Benefits of Melanap 5mg Tablet

  • In Treatment of Insomnia Melanap 5mg Tablet helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in people who have problems related to their sleeping habits. Insomnia may cause you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to sleep. It works by slowing down the abnormal activity of nerves in the brain to allow sleep. It also improves the sleep-wake cycle and restores it to normal. This helps you relax, feel calm, and more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.

Side Effects of Melanap 5mg Tablet

  • Sleepiness
  • Headache

This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Safety Advice for Melanap 5mg Tablet

Alcohol
UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Melanap 5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Melanap 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast Feeding
UNSAFE

Melanap 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving
UNSAFE

Melanap 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Melanap 5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.However, based on the limited information available it is advised that Melanap 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.

Liver
CAUTION

Melanap 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Melanap 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.There is very limited experience on use of Melanap 5mg Tablet in patients with underlying liver disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

The advantages of Melanap 5mg Tablet over other sleep agents include that this medicine does not make the patient develop tolerance (after some time of use of Melanap 5mg Tablet, it is no longer effective at the same dose). Unlike other similar hypnotic drugs, Melanap 5mg Tablet does not cause unwanted effects such as hangovers and physical dependence.

There are several natural ways which may help you treat your insomnia. These may include avoiding caffeine and nicotine, especially late in the day. While daily exercise is beneficial to sleep, avoid exercising four hours before bedtime. Avoiding large meals in the evening and avoiding taking naps can also help treat insomnia. You can try going to sleep and waking up at the same time each day. Try to maintain a comfortable temperature in your bedroom and make the bedroom as dark as possible. Setting aside a time to relax before bed and using relaxation techniques can also prove effective.

Yes, it may cause weight gain, but it is uncommon. Consult your doctor if you are concerned about putting on weight after taking Melanap 5mg Tablet.

Yes, you can take it every night but consult your doctor for the duration of treatment. If you are taking it for jet lag, you will be suggested to take a minimum effective dose for 5 days only. In other cases of insomnia, it can be taken for a little longer, for about 3 months.

Yes, Melanap 5mg Tablet may cause an increase in blood pressure though it is an uncommon side effect. Therefore, if you are hypertensive, keep a watch on your blood pressure during treatment with Melanap 5mg Tablet. Consult your doctor as soon as you notice a change in blood pressure.

Usually Melanap 5mg Tablet is taken once a day, before going to bed. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Melanap 5mg Tablet is a natural hormone produced by the body which peaks to its highest levels at night.

Yes, Melanap 5mg Tablet can cause palpitations but only rarely. If you have any concerns regarding palpitations, consult your doctor.

No, unlike other medicines used to help people fall asleep, Melanap 5mg Tablet does not cause withdrawal symptoms.

Abnormal dreams is an uncommon side effect of Melanap 5mg Tablet. The reason for abnormal dreams is not known, but Melanap 5mg Tablet increases duration of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. This phase of sleep is usually associated with dreams. This increase in duration of REM could be the reason for abnormal dreams that occur while taking Melanap 5mg Tablet.

Yes, Melanap 5mg Tablet tablets can be used for treatment of jet-lag in adults. The biological day and night rhythm can be disturbed by travelling to countries lying in different time zones. This is known as jet-lag. The symptoms and their severity vary from person to person, but are generally worse and last longer the more time zones are crossed. Melanap 5mg Tablet tablets can help restore the normal day-and-night rhythm and reduce the symptoms.

Early morning awakening is a rare side effect of Melanap 5mg Tablet. If this is persistent and is bothering you, consult your doctor.

Yes, tiredness may occur, but it is an uncommon side effect of Melanap 5mg Tablet. Tell your doctor if this side effect worries you.

The advantages of Melanap 5mg Tablet over other sleep agents include that this medicine does not make the patient develop tolerance (after some time of use of Melanap 5mg Tablet, it is no longer effective at the same dose). Unlike other similar hypnotic drugs, Melanap 5mg Tablet does not cause unwanted effects such as hangovers and physical dependence.

There are several natural ways which may help you treat your insomnia. These may include avoiding caffeine and nicotine, especially late in the day. While daily exercise is beneficial to sleep, avoid exercising four hours before bedtime. Avoiding large meals in the evening and avoiding taking naps can also help treat insomnia. You can try going to sleep and waking up at the same time each day. Try to maintain a comfortable temperature in your bedroom and make the bedroom as dark as possible. Setting aside a time to relax before bed and using relaxation techniques can also prove effective.

Yes, it may cause weight gain, but it is uncommon. Consult your doctor if you are concerned about putting on weight after taking Melanap 5mg Tablet.

Yes, you can take it every night but consult your doctor for the duration of treatment. If you are taking it for jet lag, you will be suggested to take a minimum effective dose for 5 days only. In other cases of insomnia, it can be taken for a little longer, for about 3 months.

Yes, Melanap 5mg Tablet may cause an increase in blood pressure though it is an uncommon side effect. Therefore, if you are hypertensive, keep a watch on your blood pressure during treatment with Melanap 5mg Tablet. Consult your doctor as soon as you notice a change in blood pressure.

Usually, Melanap 5mg Tablet is taken once a day, before going to bed. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Melanap 5mg Tablet is a natural hormone produced by the body which peaks to its highest levels at night.

Yes, Melanap 5mg Tablet can cause palpitations but only rarely. If you have any concerns regarding palpitations, consult your doctor.

No, unlike other medicines used to help people fall asleep, Melanap 5mg Tablet does not cause withdrawal symptoms.

Abnormal dreams is an uncommon side effect of Melanap 5mg Tablet. The reason for abnormal dreams is not known, but Melanap 5mg Tablet increases duration of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. This phase of sleep is usually associated with dreams. This increase in duration of REM could be the reason for abnormal dreams that occur while taking Melanap 5mg Tablet.

Yes, Melanap 5mg Tablet tablets can be used for treatment of jet-lag in adults. The biological day and night rhythm can be disturbed by travelling to countries lying in different time zones. This is known as jet-lag. The symptoms and their severity vary from person to person, but are generally worse and last longer the more time zones are crossed. Melanap 5mg Tablet tablets can help restore the normal day-and-night rhythm and reduce the symptoms.

Early morning awakening is a rare side effect of Melanap 5mg Tablet. If this is persistent and is bothering you, consult your doctor.

Yes, tiredness may occur, but it is an uncommon side effect of Melanap 5mg Tablet. Tell your doctor if this side effect worries you.

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Nitin Kumar, D.Pharm (UPPC Reg: 63405)Lead Registered Pharmacist · 11 years clinical experience · Drug licence RLF21DL2025001406, RLF20DL2025001420. See our medical review policy.
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