US EditionWarning over popular sleep medication linked to higher risk of heart failure and death
Adults using melatonin supplements for over 12 months had a 90% higher risk of heart failure and were 3.5 times more likely to require hospitalization, researchers said.
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Common Supplement Shows Concerning Link to Heart Failure
New research into a popular sleeping aid has some scientists worried about long-term usage. An analysis of adults with insomnia, which has not yet been peer-reviewed, has found that people prescribed melatonin for more than a year are at greater risk of heart issues. Among more than 130,000 adults across multiple countries, those who were prescribed melatonin long-term had an 89 percent higher risk of heart failure over five years, and were twic…
People who use melatonin supplements as a sleep aid may be putting themselves at risk for future heart problems, a recent study suggests. Adults with insomnia who had been using melatonin for a year or more were 90 percent more likely to develop heart failure, researchers report on the 10th of […]
Australian National Review - Long-Term Melatonin Use Linked to Nearly Double Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds
Michelle Lee Photography/Shutterstock Melatonin, a natural hormone, is often labeled a heart-healthy sleep aid. However, an extensive new study suggests that regular users face a higher risk of developing heart failure, hospitalization, and even death over time. Adults with chronic insomnia who used melatonin for a year or longer faced a 90 percent higher risk of developing heart failure within five years compared to non-users. We had a problem…
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