• Research evidence has shown that there is variability in the content of melatonin “gummies” manufactured in the US and available on-line
• A study measuring the content of 25 brands of “gummy” found that some products contained up to 4 x the dose stated on the label
• Melatonin gummies can contain high levels of serotonin or CBD and deaths in children taking melatonin gummies have been reported in the US as a result of serotonin overdose
• Melatonin should only be taken under medical supervision and only if behavioural intervention has been offered
• If your child is having sleep problems, please read the information on The Sleep Charity/Sheffield Children’s Hospital/FIS/Kids website
• The Sleep Charity/Sheffield Children’s Hospital/FIS/Kids and other experts are actively campaigning to advise the UK government to restrict the availability of on-line melatonin products.

Statement on On-Line Melatonin Preparations