My son took 5 to 10 melatonin tablets, what should I do?

33-year-old woman2 years ago

Hello, I just realized that my son ate between 5 and 10 tablets of melatonin 2.5 mg yesterday at bedtime around 8 pm. I would like to know if there is a risk, he is a little sleepy than usual, is there a risk?

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Naji-tom Samaha · 2 years ago

Hello Madam, you should call the Quebec Poison Control Centre at 1 800 463-5060 right away

Sincerely,

Tom Samaha, pharmacist

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