CarePlus Sleep Support (Melatonin 5mg), 30 Capsules

A night-time capsule for occasional sleeplessness, jet lag or shift-work sleep problems:

• Melatonin 5 mg: the hormone your body makes in the evening to signal it is time to sleep.
• L-Tryptophan 150 mg: an amino acid the body uses to make serotonin and melatonin.
• Magnesium glycinate 200 mg: a gentle, well-absorbed form of magnesium that supports relaxation.
• Zinc 15 mg and vitamin B6 10 mg: help the body make its own melatonin.

Review required. Because it contains melatonin, a CAREPLUS doctor checks your answers to a few health questions at checkout before it is sent. This is a safety check, not a recommendation.

About this preparation. A CAREPLUS formula, selected by Dr Chan, our family medicine specialist, and compounded by Unique Remedy, a registered pharmaceutical company, as an extemporaneous preparation for CAREPLUS Clinic. Every ingredient comes from products registered by Unique Remedy. No preservatives. 30 capsules per bottle.

Buy 2 and save: choose 2 bottles for RM238 (RM119 per bottle).

1 capsule 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime, or as directed by our doctor. Keep a regular sleep time and avoid screens, caffeine and heavy meals late in the evening.

For short-term use. If poor sleep lasts more than 3 to 4 weeks, see a doctor.

Possible side effects: drowsiness the next morning, headache, dizziness, vivid dreams and mild stomach upset. Stop and seek help if you have signs of an allergic reaction.

• Do not drive or operate machinery after taking it, and avoid alcohol.
• Do not take with antidepressants (SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs), tramadol or triptans unless our doctor agrees: tryptophan adds to their effect on serotonin.
• Tell our doctor if you take sleeping pills, sedatives, blood thinners, diabetes or blood pressure medicines, or have epilepsy, depression or an autoimmune condition.
• Not for pregnancy, breastfeeding or anyone under 18.
• Loud snoring, gasping at night or daytime sleepiness can be sleep apnoea: see a doctor.
• Store below 25°C in a dry place, with the lid tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.
• This is a supplement formula, not a replacement for a balanced diet or for medicines your doctor has prescribed.