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Melatonin, sleeping tablets and sedating remedies

Do not begin a sleep medicine, melatonin product or herbal sedative without review of the exact product and the cause of poor sleep.

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What to know or do

Persistent insomnia, severe snoring with pauses, panic or restless legs may need assessment rather than a sedating product.

What changes the answer

  • The exact active ingredient, strength, dose, route and formulation
  • Why you use it, how often, and the pregnancy week or exposure date
  • Other prescriptions, non-prescription products, supplements and health conditions

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When to get individual help

Check the exact item or situation with a doctor, midwife, pharmacist or relevant clinician; the name of a broad category is not enough for a personal decision.