What is a safe dosage of melatonin for an 11 year old?

Answer 1

I have a 10 year old son who we have used melatonin with for over a year. It is best to start out at a low dosage, such as 3mg. If that does not seem to work, you can try 5mg. We seem to have success between 5 and 6mg. It all depends on the child. Of course, speak with your doctor if you have any questions and also make sure that melatonin will not affect other medications your child may be taking. If a child gets too much melatonin, it can actually have the reverse effect...keeping the child awake. Hope this helps!

Answer 2

As a compounding pharmacist at Pittwater Pharmacy in Mona Vale Sydney Australia we have found that anywhere between 3mg to 9mg 1/2 hour before bedtime being very effective. Currently we have 7 year olds on 9mg as a suspension compounded as 9mg/ml giving 0.5ml to 1 ml 1/2 hour before bedtime. These doses are prescribed mostly by pediatricians hence a prescription is needed.

Answer 3

There are no actual recommendations or guidelines for this, although it is used to treat different conditions, including jet lag and insomnia. Everyone responds differently to this hormone/supplement. You are to only take it at night before retiring for the evening (normally, one hour before bedtime) and are to avoid alcohol. At GNC, you may purchase it in 1 mg, 3 mg, 5 mg and 10 mg.

Answer 4

It is a artificial hormone. No amount is safe for a child. Melatonin is illegal for children and adults in Ireland and England. Melatonin is not regulated by the FDA.