Metotrip 5 mg

• Supports the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle

• May make it easier to fall asleep at the planned time

• Can help establish a more regular sleep pattern

• Does not work like a conventional sedative sleeping medicine

• Is not considered habit forming when used as directed

Benefits vary according to the cause of the sleep problem. Metotrip-5 mg Tablet does not guarantee immediate sleep and does not cure every type of insomnia.

Melatonin acts on receptors involved in the body’s circadian rhythm. This internal rhythm helps determine when a person feels awake and when they feel ready to sleep.

Metotrip 5 mg Tablet adds to the body’s melatonin signal. When taken at the correct time, it may:

• Help signal that it is time to sleep

• Support a more regular bedtime

• Reduce the time taken to fall asleep in some people

• Help align a disturbed sleep-wake pattern

Correct timing matters. Taking melatonin at the wrong time may make it less effective or shift the sleep schedule in an unwanted direction.

The correct Metotrip 5 mg dosage depends on the patient’s age, diagnosis, health conditions, other medicines and response to treatment. Follow the doctor’s instructions and the directions supplied with the medicine.

General administration guidance includes:

• Take Metotrip-5 at the time advised by the doctor, usually shortly before the planned bedtime.

• The referenced product directions recommend taking it on an empty stomach, generally 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime.

• Swallow the tablet whole with water.

• Do not crush, chew or break it unless a doctor or pharmacist confirms that this is appropriate.

• Do not take more than the prescribed amount.

• Do not use it for daytime naps unless specifically advised.

• If a dose is missed at bedtime, skip it and continue with the next scheduled dose. Do not take two doses together.

Five milligrams is the strength of each tablet. It should not automatically be treated as the correct dose for every adult or child.

Common Side Effects

Possible side effects include daytime sleepiness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, nausea, stomach discomfort, nervousness, irritability, restlessness, vivid dreams and reduced alertness after waking. These effects are generally mild and may improve as the body adjusts. Contact a doctor if they persist, worsen or interfere with normal activities.

Serious Side Effects

Serious side effects are uncommon but require immediate medical attention. Stop using the medicine and seek urgent help if there is difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, fainting, severe confusion, persistent dizziness, unexplained bleeding or bruising, or a sudden change in vision. Avoid driving, cycling or operating machinery if Metotrip-5 causes drowsiness, dizziness or reduced alertness.

Do not use Metotrip 5 mg if there is a known allergy to melatonin or any ingredient in the tablet. Medical advice is especially important for anyone with:

• Liver or kidney problems

• An autoimmune condition

• Epilepsy or another seizure disorder

• A bleeding or clotting condition

• Diabetes or blood-pressure problems

• A mental health condition requiring treatment

Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult a doctor before using melatonin. Children should receive Metotrip-5 only when it has been recommended and supervised by a qualified healthcare professional.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist about all prescription medicines, non-prescription products, vitamins and herbal supplements being used. Melatonin may interact with:

• Sleeping medicines and sedatives such as zopiclone, zolpidem or benzodiazepines

• Opioid pain medicines and other products that cause drowsiness

• Certain antidepressants, including fluvoxamine

• Blood-thinning medicines such as warfarin

• Medicines used for epilepsy, including carbamazepine

• Blood-pressure medicines

• Some antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medicines

• Oestrogen containing contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy

Combining Metotrip with alcohol or other sedating products can increase drowsiness and reduce alertness. Avoid alcohol unless the prescribing doctor advises otherwise.

• Store Metotrip 5 mg Tablet below 30°C.

• Keep it in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Leave the tablets in their original packaging.

• Keep the medicine out of the sight and reach of children and pets.

• Do not use a tablet after the expiry date printed on the pack.