Melatonin

Dose down, not up — sleep-onset evidence and picks.

#1Natrol Melatonin 5mg Fast Dissolve
$8-$14 · 4.7★

Fast-dissolving 5mg melatonin tablets — the drugstore default for sleep onset.

  • Dissolves on the tongue, no water
  • Cheap per dose
  • Reliable, widely available
#2NOW Foods Melatonin 3mg
$7-$12 · 4.7★

Standard 3mg veg capsules — a sensible everyday dose at a low price.

  • Sensible 3mg dose
  • Cheap, GMP-certified
  • Vegetarian capsules
#3Nature Made Melatonin 3mg Tablets
$7-$13 · 4.7★

USP-verified low-dose melatonin from a drugstore-trusted brand.

  • USP verified
  • Low, sensible dose
  • Inexpensive

Frequently Asked Questions

How much melatonin should I take?

Start low — 0.5–3mg about 30–60 minutes before bed. Higher doses rarely help and more often cause next-day grogginess and vivid dreams.

Is melatonin safe to take every night?

Short-term use is well-tolerated for most adults. For chronic insomnia, address sleep hygiene and consult a doctor rather than relying on nightly melatonin indefinitely.