Melacaserb Tablets 2 mg (Melatonin)

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet orally once daily, 1 to 2 hours before bedtime after a meal, without chewing or crushing.

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this drug or any of its components. Additionally, this medication contains lactose and should not be used by patients with a genetic problem that prevents proper digestion of lactose. Patients with kidney or liver issues should be especially cautious when using this medication, and individuals with autoimmune diseases or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also use it carefully. Various adverse reactions such as headache, sore throat, insomnia, and indigestion may occur; therefore, if symptoms are severe, consultation with a physician is necessary. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution is needed when driving or operating dangerous machinery. Furthermore, the concentration of this medication may change if taken with certain drugs; therefore, if other medications are being taken, it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. It is advisable for pregnant or breastfeeding women not to take this medication, and the safety and efficacy for children under the age of 18 have not been confirmed, therefore use is not recommended. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and maintained in its original container to preserve quality.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• angioedema
• oral edema
• tongue swelling
• angina
• pneumonia
• vestibular neuritis
• appendicitis
• Clostridium difficile infection
• Wernicke's encephalopathy

Mild side effects

• Headache
• pharyngitis
• low back pain
• joint pain
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• hypertriglyceridemia
• hypocalcemia
• hyponatremia
• hypersensitivity

This medication should be stored in a special container to protect it from light and air, and it is best kept at room temperature below 25 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevents degradation.

Appearance

White to grayish-white round sustained-release tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP)x3]