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Is melatonin effective and where can it be obtained safely without prescription

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Yes, a lot of people find relief from insomnia with melatonin. Here you can get it at any pharmacy, grocery store, or Amazon.

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Missy_D

I am in the UK so this information is only relevant really to people in England. I know that it is very different in places like Canada and America (I was amazed at what drugs I could buy over the counter in Canada when I was there on holiday).

I was prescribed Melatonin by my Psychiatrist to aid sleep and I found it very effective. However I could only get it on private prescription as my GP wouldn't prescribe it for me on the NHS. Prices differed between Pharmacies (even between branches of the same pharmacy). I would always be wary about buying medications on line. Sleep aid medications containing Promethazine are readily available from pharmacists.

You can buy melatonin online / ebay but GABA is better - also available to buy online / ebay

In UK

I've had some good experiences with Melatonin. I do have some bizarre dreams however..Not disturbing but bizarre and even funny at times. It don't experience any other side effects like that " hang over " effect from " pharmaceuticals"...

I'm only speaking from my experiences.

Here in the states you don't need a prescription. It's widely available. Look for the least amount of " binders " and extra additions

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EndUser13

I've seen great help from Melatonin, I like that it's a relatively simple thing you can get over the counter

I hope it helps you!

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designguy

Yes, I take it with Ashwagandha, Magnesium Glycinate, and Phosphatidylserine every night before bed. I live in the States and they are all readily available at health food stores. For me, the most important thing that helps me sleep is no caffeine.

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