Is it okay to take Melatonin (3mg) at night to help me sleep? (Photo)

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I'm 3 days post op from Mommy makeover - including BA, hernia fix and Lipo to stomach and flanks. I have stopped taking my Percocet but feel I need a sleeping aid at night, otherwise I wake up at 3 in the morning just because I'm sleeping on my back too long.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I don't think there will be any problem taking melatonin. However, you should call your surgeon's office for his Or her approval.

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

All post-op questions especially when it comes to post-op meds-- are best addressed with your Board Certified PS. I usually, prescribe pain medication, antibiotics and a hypnotic to help fall asleep at night after surgery.

Tito Vasquez, MD, FACS · Answer

As long as you are taking the recommended doses for melatonin, this should not have any effect on most cosmetic surgery procedures.  I often prescribe an anti-anxiety medication in the recovery period, particularly for muscle spasms.  This medication is also helpful for difficulty in sleeping in the short term.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Maybe you should call your chosen surgeon to ask this question? If you do not have his phone # it is Dr Tehrani 760/240/2444...

Vincent D. Lepore, MD (retired) · Answer

In general, it should be OK to take melatonin, but check first with your surgeon to make certain it will not interact with any other medications you may be on.  Best wishes, Dr. Lepore.

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