Meltone Sustained-release Tablet 2 mg (Melatonin)

Adult dose

Administer 1 tablet orally once daily after meals, 1-2 hours before bedtime, without chewing or crushing.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to this drug or its ingredients. This medication contains lactose, thus individuals with hereditary issues such as lactose intolerance, congenital lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. Patients with kidney or liver function issues should use this medication with caution, and those with autoimmune diseases or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also take it cautiously. Various side effects such as headaches, throat pain, muscle pain, insomnia, dizziness, and indigestion may occur when taking this medication, and some patients have reported rare incidents of skin rashes or blood abnormalities. This medication may cause drowsiness; therefore, caution should be exercised when driving or operating hazardous machinery. Additionally, this medication may interact with various drugs, so if you are taking other medications, it is crucial to consult with a healthcare professional. Particularly, taking it with fluvoxamine, methoxsalen, or estrogen preparations may increase the blood concentration of this medication, so caution is needed. Avoid taking it with alcohol as it may reduce the sleep effect of this medication. It is recommended that women who are pregnant or breastfeeding do not take this medication. Children under 18 years old should avoid using this medication as its safety and efficacy have not been established.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• angioedema
• oral edema
• tongue swelling
• angina
• thrombocytopenia
• leukopenia
• high bilirubinemia
• blood electrolyte abnormalities
• Wernicke's encephalopathy

Mild side effects

• Headache
• nasopharyngitis
• low back pain
• joint pain
• hypertriglyceridemia
• hypocalcemia
• hyponatremia
• hypersensitivity
• nervousness
• anxiety

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that does not allow light in. Additionally, it is important to store it in a cool room temperature, specifically below 25 degrees Celsius, to maintain the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance

White to grayish white, double convex, round sustained-release tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(15 tablets/PTP) x 2]