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2021-02-20 00:30:46
Does taking melatonin tablet causes skin darkness ? What is the safe dose and how long should I take take this medicine for ? Please help.
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Melatonin tablets usually doesn't cause skin darkening. But if you feel it is causing it, u can stop it. Dose is 0.5mg to 5mg. Can take in low doses for 3 months. But at low doses, it is safe even for more than a year.

Answered2021-02-20 02:54:36

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