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02-21-2016, 01:33 PM
I read through a few threads and other than seeing a guy mention "Cellucor" which is not in my budget right now for my first Melatonin adventure, I didn't really see you guys mention any other brands of powders or pills?
I would be a newbie to melatonin. What brand should I research further on Amazon? What brands have you tried that I should avoid? Please let me know. Thank You.
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02-21-2016, 01:45 PM
I'm not sure about the brand but I suggest that you buy one where you can easily make your own dose/come with low doses because melatonin is more effective on doses ranging from 0.25-.50 mg and most brand's have dosages a lot over that range.
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02-21-2016, 04:57 PM
Titan, are you recommending a powder then
Oz, I might end up going with NOW. Currently I'm in a state of sleeplessness and daily drowsiness that I DO need it every day.
I'll try to start low though of course.
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02-21-2016, 05:11 PM
I've used the generic CVS brand (liquid) and it worked well, but since quitting drinking I sleep like a baby now without the need for anything.
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02-22-2016, 03:37 PM
Source naturals 1mg sublingual tablets
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02-22-2016, 08:46 PM
Keep in mind that taking melatonin will most likely cause receptor down regulation. It may be difficult to fall asleep without melatonin if you take it on a regular basis.
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02-22-2016, 09:15 PM
You may want to try tryptophan as well. (It's what makes you sleepy when you eat turkey on thanksgiving)
It's an essential amino acid and Ive had good luck with it as a sleep aid
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02-23-2016, 08:47 PM
I like Nature's Bounty 10mg capsules. They usually knock me out pretty well.
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02-24-2016, 04:16 PM
I ended up going with Life Extension Melatonin 300mcg off of Amazon.com
I guess they'll be arriving before the week is over. I'll do 1 pill for starters (first 2-3 days) and try to top out at 3 pills a night, before getting back down to 1 pill, then none. I was about to go the 5mg/pill approach from the start, but some things I read here and there make me hesitant to do that. Still, the ultimate immediate goal is sleep, so I'll see what makes most sense.
I'll keep you guys posted. Thanks