Not a Sleep Product: Melatonin at a Cellular-Support Dose
This is a high-dose melatonin that Pure Encapsulations formulates for cellular support, not for sleep. Their page says it "promotes healthy cells and tissues," and states plainly that it is "not intended for sleep support."* If you want melatonin for sleep, see Melatonin 3 mg.
Who I Reach For This With
- Patients whose plan specifically calls for a 20 mg melatonin
- People who already know they need the higher dose, as directed by their practitioner
- Anyone who wants high purity: Pure says its melatonin has "a purity of 99.5%, the highest purity available"
- Patients who want a vegan capsule at this dose
What Makes This Form Different
- Melatonin 20 mg per size 3 vegetarian capsule
- 99.5% purity synthetic melatonin, which Pure calls "the highest purity available"; Pure says this product is not intended for sleep support
- Made with "high-quality vegan ingredients backed by verifiable science"; gluten free, GMO free, and free from wheat, soy, dairy, eggs, and artificial colors and sweeteners
What Pure Encapsulations Says It Supports*
- Promotes healthy cells and tissues*
- Supports cellular health*
- Promotes immune cell activity*
- May provide support for colon, breast, prostate and lung tissues*
How It Fits Into a Protocol
This one belongs in a practitioner-directed plan, not an over-the-counter sleep routine. If sleep is the goal, the 3 mg is the right product. If you take any prescription medication or have a health condition, check with your prescribing provider before adding this. Pure Encapsulations also says not to drive or operate machinery when taking melatonin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this help me sleep?
Pure Encapsulations states it is not intended for sleep support. For sleep, see Melatonin 3 mg.
When do I take it?
Pure Encapsulations directs 1 capsule daily, 30-60 minutes before bedtime, or as your practitioner directs.
Who should check first?
Pure says not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women, and that anyone with a health condition or taking any medication should consult their health professional first. Pure also says this product may be contraindicated for individuals taking corticosteroids.
Supplement Facts: Serving size 1 capsule. Each (size 3) vegetarian capsule contains: Melatonin 20 mg. Other ingredients: hypoallergenic plant fiber (cellulose), vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water).
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily, 30-60 minutes before bedtime, or as directed by your healthcare professional. 60 or 180 capsules per bottle.
Warnings: Pure Encapsulations states: "This product is not intended for sleep support. Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. If you have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use. Do not drive or operate machinery when taking melatonin. This product may be contraindicated for individuals taking corticosteroids."
Ships direct from Pure Encapsulations — never third-party or gray-market stock. Every bottle comes straight from their facility, so lot numbers and expiration dates are exactly what Pure shipped.
Selected by Dr. Lorn Allison, DN.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
