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Sleep issue
Hi Doctor,
I have been experiencing sleep issues for the past few days. I am unable to fall asleep on time, and even when I do, I don’t feel well-rested. I feel tired in the morning.
Can I use melatonin tablets for this? Please advise.
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Thanks for sending across your query The root cause od sleep disturbances need to be find out first. Avoid using gadgets 1 hour prior to sleep. Try to sleyin a dark room, that naturally increases melatonin hormone secretion. Before starting any medications consult us.
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Just take melatonin for a few days or you can take magnesium tablets or
dip your legs in warm water mixed with Epsom salt it also helps
Avoid using screen at least one hour before sleeping also exercise regularly so that you feel tired by night and sleep
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Well sleep is vital to overall health and functioning. If sleep is impaired, your mood, energy, health, functioning everything gets impacted. Often sleep disturbances are seen because of some stress, troublesome thoughts, worrying. It's a sign to address you suppressed emotions. I provide online consultation and therapy support you can contact me directly on nine eight two six five four five six six zero for a detailed evaluation and management. Regarding your question yes melatonin helps with sleep but if its because of some underlying pathology then it won't work best alone.
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Hello. Melatonin can be helpful for short-term use, especially if your sleep cycle has been disrupted by travel or screen use, as it helps signal to your brain that it is time to sleep. However, it is not a 'cure' for insomnia and may not improve the quality of your rest if the underlying cause is stress or poor sleep hygiene.
Next Steps
Try a low-dose melatonin supplement for 3–5 days. Simultaneously, focus on 'Sleep Hygiene': maintain a cool, dark room, avoid caffeine after 4 PM, and wake up at the same time every morning, even on weekends, to regulate your internal clock.
Health Tips
Be cautious, as excessive use of melatonin can lead to morning grogginess or vivid dreams. If your sleep issues are accompanied by anxiety, snoring, or persistent low mood, these may require a different approach. Do not use melatonin as a long-term solution without a medical evaluation
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