Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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.
Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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 Meladian
Headache
Sleepiness
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Meladian 3 Tablet MD
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Meladian 3 Tablet MD is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Meladian 3 Tablet MD is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. However, based on the limited information available it is advised that Meladian 3 Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Meladian 3 Tablet MD is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
FAQs:
What are the advantages of Meladian 3 Tablet MD over other sleep agents?
The advantages of Meladian 3 Tablet MD over other sleep agents include that this medicine does not make the patient develop tolerance (after some time of use of Meladian 3 Tablet MD, it is no longer effective at the same dose). Unlike other similar hypnotic drugs, Meladian 3 Tablet MD does not cause unwanted effects such as hangovers and physical dependence.
What are the natural ways to treat insomnia?
There are several natural ways which may help you treat your insomnia. These may include avoiding caffeine and nicotine, especially late in the day. While daily exercise is beneficial to sleep, avoid exercising four hours before bedtime. Avoiding large meals in the evening and avoiding taking naps can also help treat insomnia. You can try going to sleep and waking up at the same time each day. Try to maintain a comfortable temperature in your bedroom and make the bedroom as dark as possible. Setting aside a time to relax before bed and using relaxation techniques can also prove effective.
Does Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD.
Can I take Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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 suggested 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD affect blood pressure?
Affirmative, Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD. Consult your doctor as soon as you notice a change in blood pressure.
Can I take Meladian 3 Tablet MD twice a day?
Usually Meladian 3 Tablet MD is taken once a day, before going to bed. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Meladian 3 Tablet MD is a natural hormone produced by the body which peaks to its highest levels at night.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD cause palpitations?
Affirmative, Meladian 3 Tablet MD can cause palpitations but only rarely. If you have any concerns regarding palpitations, consult your doctor.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD cause withdrawal symptoms?
No, unlike other medicines used to help people fall asleep, Meladian 3 Tablet MD does not cause withdrawal symptoms.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD cause abnormal dreams? If yes, then why does it happen?
Abnormal dreams is an uncommon side effect of Meladian 3 Tablet MD. The reason for abnormal dreams is not known, but Meladian 3 Tablet MD increases 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD be used for jet lag?
Affirmative, Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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. Meladian 3 Tablet MD tablets can help restore the normal day-and-night rhythm and reduce the symptoms.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD wake you up?
Former morning awakening is a rare side effect of Meladian 3 Tablet MD. If this is persistent and is bothering you, consult your doctor.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD make you tired the next day?
Affirmative, tiredness may occur, but it is an uncommon side effect of Meladian 3 Tablet MD. Tell your doctor if this side effect worries you.
What are the advantages of Meladian 3 Tablet MD over other sleep agents?
The advantages of Meladian 3 Tablet MD over other sleep agents include that this medicine does not make the patient develop tolerance (after some time of use of Meladian 3 Tablet MD, it is no longer effective at the same dose). Unlike other similar hypnotic drugs, Meladian 3 Tablet MD does not cause unwanted effects such as hangovers and physical dependence.
What are the natural ways to treat insomnia?
There are several natural ways which may help you treat your insomnia. These may include avoiding caffeine and nicotine, especially late in the day. While daily exercise is beneficial to sleep, avoid exercising four hours before bedtime. Avoiding large meals in the evening and avoiding taking naps can also help treat insomnia. You can try going to sleep and waking up at the same time each day. Try to maintain a comfortable temperature in your bedroom and make the bedroom as dark as possible. Setting aside a time to relax before bed and using relaxation techniques can also prove effective.
Does Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD.
Can I take Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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 suggested 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD affect blood pressure?
Affirmative, Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD. Consult your doctor as soon as you notice a change in blood pressure.
Can I take Meladian 3 Tablet MD twice a day?
Usually, Meladian 3 Tablet MD is taken once a day, before going to bed. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Meladian 3 Tablet MD is a natural hormone produced by the body which peaks to its highest levels at night.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD cause palpitations?
Affirmative, Meladian 3 Tablet MD can cause palpitations but only rarely. If you have any concerns regarding palpitations, consult your doctor.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD cause withdrawal symptoms?
No, unlike other medicines used to help people fall asleep, Meladian 3 Tablet MD does not cause withdrawal symptoms.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD cause abnormal dreams? If yes, then why does it happen?
Abnormal dreams is an uncommon side effect of Meladian 3 Tablet MD. The reason for abnormal dreams is not known, but Meladian 3 Tablet MD increases 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 Meladian 3 Tablet MD.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD be used for jet lag?
Affirmative, Meladian 3 Tablet MD 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. Meladian 3 Tablet MD tablets can help restore the normal day-and-night rhythm and reduce the symptoms.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD wake you up?
Former morning awakening is a rare side effect of Meladian 3 Tablet MD. If this is persistent and is bothering you, consult your doctor.
Can Meladian 3 Tablet MD make you tired the next day?
Affirmative, tiredness may occur, but it is an uncommon side effect of Meladian 3 Tablet MD. 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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