Posted by andrewb on October 7, 1999, at 22:58:02
In reply to Melatonin, posted by Barbara on October 7, 1999, at 21:03:52
> How safe is Melatonin for a 12 year old female, who is ADHD, on Adderall, 20 mg./day? She sleeps 12 hours per day, but is always tired...the psychiatrist is suggesting that she isn't falling into the "deep" sleep...
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> Thanks.Barbara,
A few things pop to mind:
1) Melatonin can worsen depression. For more info. go the top of this page, connect to the tips page and do a search under the keyword 'melatonin'.
2) Melatonin helps with the onset of sleep but I don't know if it helps sleep quality.
3) Would the girl benefit by being evaluated while she sleeps at a sleep center to pinpoint the problem.
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