Hi everyone, has anyone sound information regarding the use of melatonin with autoimmune disease. I am reading conflicting advice about using it with certain autoimmune issues, although it doesn't mention PA or Hashimoto's specifically. Any advice would be helpful as my sleep or should I say lack of it is a big problem. Many thanks
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Sleep issues and melatonin
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I have found that supplementing melatonin only works for about three nights and then I revert. I have found a) staying off screens in the evening, b) going for a walk at dawn (or just early in the summer...dawn is TOO early) and maybe supplementing GABA before bed more helpful. I try to go to bed at 9 or 9.30
Thanks ottolinebear, is the GABA you refer to Gabapentin the prescription drug ? I always walk but in the evening
I second that about staying off of screens, particularly being in close proximity to a device that is streaming content of any sort. I verily believe that excessive RF is ruinous to sleep and sleep cycles.
Thanks Newhealth, I need to be more disciplined as I do sometimes use screens in the evening
I have PA and have used 3mg of liquid Melatonin as a sleep aid each night for the past several years. It has helped me sleep more soundly without any issues.
Hi Helliborous,
I use a hemp oil at night.
A couple of quirts under the tongue relaxes me and before I know it I am out like a light. 🛌 😴 Zzzzzzzz
Hi Jillymo, another option to try I hadn't considered , thanks
Theres a new sleep drug called daridorexant available on prescription and unlike all other prescription sleep medication it has no side effects that I've noticed.
I stock up on melatonin on my trips to the US. My understanding is that you're only meant to use it for three nights, not regularly. I take half a tablet for 2-3 nights if I'm having trouble getting to sleep (when my brain won't shut up!). That seems to work for me. Hope you find something that helps. 🙂
I am using magnesium glycinate taken just before bed which I find helps along with making sure I take enough physical exercise each day. Other forms of magnesium upset my system or didnt work. Melatonin didn't work for me.