N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine
Not an herb but a natural hormone the body produces at night. Supplemental melatonin resets circadian rhythm. 0.5-3mg is often more effective than higher doses.
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May interact with sedatives, blood thinners, diabetes meds, immunosuppressants.
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Drowsiness, headache, dizziness, nausea. Morning grogginess if dose too high.
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