- Treatment for short-term insomnia & jet lag
- Helps you fall asleep at night
- Always read the patient information leaflet before use
Buy Circadin (Melatonin) Prolonged-release Tablets
Circadin tablets are a sleep aid designed to treat short-term insomnia, especially in people over the age of 55.
If you’re struggling to get the sleep you need at night and find that regular over-the-counter (OTC) remedies aren’t working, this product could be the perfect solution.
How Circadin (Melatonin) Prolonged-release Tablets work
Circadin contains melatonin, a natural hormone produced in your body when it gets dark outside, and your body prepares to sleep.
Melatonin makes you feel drowsy, and if your body doesn’t produce enough melatonin, you might find it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep.
The prolonged-release source of melatonin in these tablets can help you fall asleep at night.
Directions
Always take Circadin exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you.
Swallow each tablet whole with water. Do not crush or cut them in half.
You should take 1 tablet after food, approximately 1-2 hours before bedtime.
You can take these tablets for up to 13 weeks.
Side effects
Like all medicines, Circadin may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. There are no known reported common side effects of this medicine.
If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking this medication immediately and seek medical advice straight away:
- Chest pain
- Severe chest pain caused by angina
- Loss of consciousness/fainting
- Depression
- Visual impairments or changes
- Blurred vision
- Feeling disorientated
- Vertigo
- Red blood cells in your urine
- A reduced number of white blood cells in the blood
- Reduced blood platelets, which can increase your chances of bruising or bleeding
- Psoriasis
Warnings
Circadin may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
- You suffer from liver or kidney problems
- You have an intolerance to some sugars
- You have an autoimmune disease
- You are a smoker
Using/taking other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken any other medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
Age restrictions
This medicine is unsuitable for anyone under the age of 18 years old.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine.
Alcohol
Do not drink alcohol before, during, or after taking this medicine. Alcohol reduces the effectiveness of this product.
Driving and operating machinery
This medicine may cause drowsiness. If affected, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel safe enough to do so.
Storage information
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before taking this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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What is insomnia?
When you have insomnia it means that you struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep at night.
You may wake up several times in the night and find yourself lying awake staring at the ceiling wondering why you can’t just get some sleep.
When you’re suffering from insomnia it can make you feel tired and irritated, and you may find it more difficult to concentrate on your work or other things you may be doing during the day.
Why do I have insomnia?
Lots of people suffer from insomnia at some point in their lives, and it can happen for lots of different reasons.
Some of the most common reasons why people struggle to fall asleep at night include:
- Stress, worry, anxiety, or depression
- Poor sleep hygiene, e.g. an inconsistent sleep schedule
- Sleeping in a noisy room
- Your room is too bright
- Your room is too hot or too cold
- Shift work
- Jet lag
- Caffeinated drinks, such as coffee or energy drinks
- Alcohol
- Nicotine
- Taking recreational drugs, e.g. cocaine, ecstasy
Do I need a prescription for this medication?
You do need a prescription for this medication in the UK.
Our healthcare professionals can provide prescriptions if they think this treatment would be right for you and your condition.
When you click the button which reads “Start Consultation” at the top of this page, you’ll see a short questionnaire set up by our healthcare team which is designed to help them understand your medical needs.
Just like an in-person consultation with your GP, our doctors will assess your answers to their questions and write a prescription for the treatment they think will be best for you.
You’ll then be able to pay for your medication and we’ll send it out to you quickly and in discreet packaging.
