melatonin is produced naturally by the body. a melatonin supplement made in the laboratory of dosing ranging from 0. 3mg-5. 0 mg. is generally considered safe with few side-effects. one noted side-effect can be abdominal cramping. studies are not conclusive but have strongly indicated that ulcerative colitis patients may actually benefit from melatonin treatment. it is known that melatonin affects gastro-intestinal motility and also inflammation. preliminary study data shows the melatonin may have a ameliorative effect (positive therapeutic effect) when taken by ulcerative colitis patients. your medical doctor should be consulted whenever a new medication (or over the counter drug/supplement) is prescribed by another provider or your are considering self prescribing of medications including over the counter drugs/supplements including melatonin. .
i have ulcerative colitis. can i take melatonin to help me sleep?