Circadin: Side Effects & Dosing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Melatonin

Indications/Uses

Monotherapy for the short-term treatment of primary insomnia in patient ≥55 yr.

Dosage/Direction for Use

2 mg once daily 1-2 hr before bedtime continued up to 13 wk.

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Special Precautions

May cause drowsiness.

Adverse Reactions

Headache, nasopharyngitis, back pain, arthralgia.

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Drug Interactions

Concomitant use w/ cimetidine, quinolone, carbamazepine, rifampicin.

MIMS Class

Hypnotics & Sedatives

ATC Classification

N05CH01 - melatonin ; Belongs to the class of melatonin receptor agonists. Used as hypnotics and sedatives.

Thai FDA Category

Presentation/Packing

Form

Circadin PR tab 2 mg

Packing/Price

15's;30's

Circadin