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Melatonin Extra Strength 5 mg Natural Blackberry Flavor

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Melatonin 5 mg
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Score77
A convenient 5 mg melatonin gummy for sleep onset, but the amount may be unnecessarily high for sensitive users. Two gummies and added carbohydrate are the main trade-offs.
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Quantity:120 Gummy(ies) • (60 servings)
Goals:
Sleep Support

Score 77

A convenient 5 mg melatonin gummy for sleep onset, but the amount may be unnecessarily high for sensitive users. Two gummies and added carbohydrate are the main trade-offs.
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$13.63($0.22 per serving)
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Analysis

A two-gummy serving delivers 5 mg of melatonin for sleep timing and onset. The formula is straightforward, with no other active sleep ingredients to complicate use.

The amount may be more than needed for a cautious starting approach. A standard gummy is aimed at bedtime onset rather than sustained overnight support.

Blackberry flavor may make regular use easier for people who dislike tablets. Two gummies add 3 g of carbohydrate and increase the serving burden compared with single-unit options.

Who is it for
  • Adults who prefer gummies
  • Users seeking sleep-onset support
  • People comfortable with a 5 mg serving
Best for
  • Flavored bedtime use
  • Immediate-release sleep timing support
  • Users who dislike swallowing tablets

Pros

  • Clearly disclosed melatonin amount
  • Simple single-active formula
  • Pleasant gummy format

Cons

  • Requires two gummies per serving
  • Adds 3 g of carbohydrate
  • No sustained-release feature

Warnings

  • The 5 mg melatonin serving may cause next-day grogginess or vivid dreams
  • Avoid driving or other alertness-dependent tasks if drowsiness persists

Nutrient quality

75 High impact

The 5 mg amount is effective but higher than many users need. The chewable format should disintegrate readily but has no sustained-release feature.

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Ingredient transparency

85 Highest impact

Active amounts are clear without a hidden blend. Complete directions and the gummy base remain unavailable.

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Customer satisfaction

70 High impact

The supplied average is strong and supported by substantial volume. No review themes were provided, so consistency and purpose-specific experience cannot be assessed.

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Value for money

76 High impact

A reasonable serving cost and clearly stated dose support value. The stronger dose may reduce practical suitability for sensitive users.

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Goals

Sleep Support
Sleep Support
Impact
Highest effect
A+ Goal FitB+ Strength of SupportC CoverageA Formula Quality
Melatonin · 5 mg

Melatonin directly supports circadian timing and sleep onset, and the disclosed amount is clearly active. The gummy format is simple, though it lacks sustained-release features for overnight maintenance.

The amount exceeds the lower range often preferred for fewer next-morning effects. A single-pathway formula also offers little support for physical or stress-related barriers to sleep.

Study evidence
Melatonin Supportive 181 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
15 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
3 Gram(s)
Melatonin
5 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Melatonin · 5 mg OverallScore48
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value

The 5 mg amount is a usable dose, but reaching it requires two gummies rather than one unit. A chewable gummy may break down readily, yet no rapid or sustained-release technology is stated. The cost is moderately above the collection median, and no independent purity certification is disclosed.

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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Meta-analysis: melatonin for the treatment of primary sleep disorders.
    Ferracioli-Oda E; Qawasmi A; Bloch MH · PloS one · 2013
    Meta-analysis1,683 participants19 studies pooledSleep Support forMelatonin
  2. Efficacy on sleep parameters and tolerability of melatonin in individuals with sleep or mental disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Salanitro M; Wrigley T; Ghabra H; de Haan E; Hill CM; Solmi M; Cortese S · Neuroscience and biobehavioral reviews · 2022
    Meta-analysis1,998 participants34 studies pooledSleep Support forMelatonin
  3. Melatonin treatment for age-related insomnia.
    Zhdanova IV; Wurtman RJ; Regan MM; Taylor JA; Shi JP; Leclair OU · The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism · 2001
    Randomized trial30 participantsSleep Support forMelatonin
  4. The Effectiveness of Melatonin for Sleep Disturbances in Parkinson' Disease: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Yousef O; Abouelmagd ME; Khaddam H; Shbani A; Yousef R; Meshref M; Hanafi I · Journal of sleep research · 2026
    Meta-analysis409 participants8 studies pooledSleep Support forMelatonin
  5. Nightly treatment of primary insomnia with prolonged release melatonin for 6 months: a randomized placebo controlled trial on age and endogenous melatonin as predictors of efficacy and safety.
    Wade AG; Ford I; Crawford G; McConnachie A; Nir T; Laudon M; Zisapel N · BMC medicine · 2010
    Randomized trial791 participantsSleep Support forMelatonin
  6. Effects of exogenous melatonin on sleep: a meta-analysis.
    Brzezinski A; Vangel MG; Wurtman RJ; Norrie G; Zhdanova I; Ben-Shushan A; Ford I · Sleep medicine reviews · 2005
    Meta-analysis284 participants8 studies pooledSleep Support forMelatonin