Posted by LynneDa on April 5, 2004, at 10:42:40
In reply to Look what I found, posted by Tepiaca on April 1, 2004, at 6:09:25
> Wow! Where did you see this? I've never heard any warnings such as this, but of course melatonin and other supplements are unregulated. I've been out of town for a few days or would have responded sooner.
Thanks!
~ Lynne
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> Melatonin should not be taken by people using certain antidepressants, such as Prozac (a serotonin inhibitor) or Nardil (a monoamine oxidase inhibitor). Interaction between melatonin and these types of antidepressants can cause a stroke or heart attack. Preliminary symptoms include confusion, sweating, shaking, fever, lack of coordination, elevated blood pressure, diarrhea, and convulsions.
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