Experts Raise Concerns Over Rising Reliance on Melatonin

Concerns over sleep supplement

- Ridhima Gupta

NEW DELHI: Experts are raising concerns about the growing trend of people, particularly young adults, turning to over-the-counter melatonin supplements to manage sleep disorders without proper medical supervision.

The supplement, a synthetic version of the natural hormone produced by the body's pineal gland, is readily available in various forms including gummies, sprays, powder and tablets through both offline pharmacies and online retailers. Melatonin is naturally released when it's dark outside, with levels falling by morning to regulate the body's internal clock.