Sleep Medicine Specialist (Pediatric) Questions Melatonin

Is it safe for a child to take melatonin supplements?

My 9 year old son has sleeping problems, and stays up a majority of the night. I thought that maybe it's just him being a kid, but it's becoming a serious issue. Should I consider giving him melatonin supplements to help him?

1 Answer

Melatonin is safe to use. You need to avoid blue lights phone tv games 1 hour before bedtime. No caffeine products after 6 pm and get into a sleep routine.
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