ALTonil 5mg Tablet 15.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: March 24th, 2026

ALTonil 5mg Tablet is a product of Alteus Biogenics Pvt. Ltd.

Composition: Melatonin (5mg)

Pack of 15 tablet

₹ 164.60

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All Details About ALTonil 5mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about ALTonil 5mg Tablet

Description:

ALTonil 5mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of insomnia and jet lag (a sleep disorder due to frequent travel to different time zones). It reduces jet lag symptoms such as irritability, indigestion, daytime tiredness, and sleep disturbances.

ALTonil 5mg Tablet helps to synchronize the body’s biological day-night rhythm. It should be taken either 2 hours before or 2 hours after food, preferably at bedtime. However, it is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medicine should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include headache and drowsiness. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to note that this medicine should not be used for daily naps.

Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from any liver or kidney problems. You should avoid smoking and alcohol while using this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medicine. However, if the need arises, please consult your doctor before using it.

Uses:

Treatment of Insomnia
Treatment of Jet lag

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ALTonil 5mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of ALTonil

Headache
Sleepiness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with ALTonil 5mg Tablet

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

ALTonil 5mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

ALTonil 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

ALTonil 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of ALTonil 5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, based on the limited information available, it is advised that ALTonil 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.

Liver

UNSAFE

ALTonil 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.

FAQs:

What are the advantages of ALTonil 5mg Tablet over other sleep agents?

The advantages of ALTonil 5mg Tablet over other sleep agents include that this medicine does not make the patient develop tolerance (after some time of use of ALTonil 5mg Tablet, it is no longer effective at the same dose). Unlike other similar hypnotic drugs, ALTonil 5mg Tablet does not cause unwanted effects such as hangovers and physical dependence.

Does ALTonil 5mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Affirmative, it may cause weight gain, but it is uncommon. Consult your doctor if you are concerned about putting on weight after taking ALTonil 5mg Tablet.

Can I take ALTonil 5mg Tablet every night?

Affirmative, you can take it every night, but consult your doctor for the duration of treatment. If you are taking it for jet lag, you will be advised to take a minimum effective dose for 5 days only. In other cases of insomnia, it can be taken for a little longer, for about 3 months.

Does ALTonil 5mg Tablet affect blood pressure?

Affirmative, ALTonil 5mg Tablet may cause an increase in blood pressure, though it is an uncommon side effect. Therefore, if you are hypertensive, keep a watch on your blood pressure during treatment with ALTonil 5mg Tablet. Consult your doctor as soon as you notice a change in blood pressure.

Can I take ALTonil 5mg Tablet twice a day?

Usually, ALTonil 5mg Tablet is taken once a day, before going to bed. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. ALTonil 5mg Tablet is a natural hormone produced by the body, which peaks at its highest levels at night.

Can ALTonil 5mg Tablet cause palpitations?

Affirmative, ALTonil 5mg Tablet can cause palpitations but only rarely. If you have any concerns regarding palpitations, consult your doctor.

Can ALTonil 5mg Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms?

No, unlike other medicines used to help people fall asleep, ALTonil 5mg Tablet does not cause withdrawal symptoms.

Can ALTonil 5mg Tablet cause abnormal dreams? If yes, then why does it happen?

Abnormal dreams are an uncommon side effect of ALTonil 5mg Tablet. The reason for abnormal dreams is not known, but ALTonil 5mg Tablet increases the duration of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. This phase of sleep is usually associated with dreams. This increase in duration of REM could be the reason for abnormal dreams that occur while taking ALTonil 5mg Tablet.

Can ALTonil 5mg Tablet be used for jet lag?

Affirmative, ALTonil 5mg Tablet tablets can be used for treatment of jet-lag in adults. The biological day and night rhythm can be disturbed by travelling to countries lying in different time zones. This is known as jet-lag. The symptoms and their severity vary from person to person, but are generally worse and last longer the more time zones are crossed. ALTonil 5mg Tablet tablets can help restore the normal day-and-night rhythm and reduce the symptoms.

Can ALTonil 5mg Tablet wake you up?

Former morning awakening is a rare side effect of ALTonil 5mg Tablet. If this is persistent and is bothering you, consult your doctor.

Can ALTonil 5mg Tablet make you tired the next day?

Affirmative, tiredness may occur, but it is an uncommon side effect of ALTonil 5mg Tablet. Tell your doctor if this side effect worries you.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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