The vampire hormone.
Effective Dose
0.3mg - 5mg
Onset
Fast
Cost
Budget
Cycle
As needed
7 things you need to know
What it does
The vampire hormone.
Worth it?
10/10. Proven chronobiotic (time-shifter).
How much to take
0.3mg - 5mg
Price
Cheap (under $15/month)
How fast it works
You feel it within an hour
Safety
Safe for most people at recommended doses
What people say
Drowsiness.
COMPOUND
"Drowsiness."
Research backing for this ingredient
Multiple high-quality studies confirm efficacy
250+
Yes
Strong agreement among researchers
Reduces sleep onset latency (time to fall asleep)
Meta-analysis of 19 RCTs
Alleviates symptoms of jet lag and circadian misalignment
Cochrane Systematic Review
Increases total sleep time
Meta-analysis of 15 RCTs
"Proven chronobiotic (time-shifter)."
It signals to your body that it is dark outside. It doesn't knock you out; it just tells your internal clock to start the shutdown sequence.
Products below minimum dose are likely ineffective
When
Any time
How
0.3mg - 5mg
Food
With or without food
Effects within minutes to hours
As needed
Check for specific interactions.
Melatonin is categorized as a compound.
Scientific consensus score: 10/10.
Evidence quality: STRONG.
Add Melatonin to your stack analyzer or compare it with other ingredients.
Not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider.