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Adult Gummy Melatonin 5 mg Natural Strawberry Flavor

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Melatonin 5 mg
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Score71
A convenient 5 mg gummy may suit experienced users, but its strong amount and added carbohydrate are notable drawbacks.
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Quantity:60 Gummy(ies) • (30 servings)
Goals:
Sleep Support

Score 71

A convenient 5 mg gummy may suit experienced users, but its strong amount and added carbohydrate are notable drawbacks.
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Analysis

The strawberry gummies offer an easy-to-take option for adults who dislike pills. A 5 mg serving may support sleep onset but is a relatively strong starting amount.

The two-gummy serving adds 4 g carbohydrate and 15 calories. Immediate-release gummy delivery does not address waking later in the night.

Serving cost is still modest, although only 30 servings are included. The format's convenience should be weighed against higher melatonin and added carbohydrate.

Who is it for
  • Adults who prefer gummies
  • Experienced 5 mg melatonin users
  • People focused on falling asleep
Best for
  • Pill-free bedtime use
  • Occasional sleep-onset support
  • Users who enjoy strawberry flavor

Pros

  • Easy gummy format
  • Clear melatonin amount
  • Natural strawberry flavor
  • Modest serving cost

Cons

  • High 5 mg amount
  • Adds 4 g carbohydrate
  • Requires two gummies
  • No extended-release support

Warnings

  • The 5 mg amount may cause next-day drowsiness or vivid dreams
  • Keep gummies away from children because they resemble candy

Nutrient quality

70 High impact

Chewable delivery is convenient but offers no sustained release. The melatonin amount is effective for many adults but may be more than sensitive users need.

Ingredient transparency

78 High impact

The melatonin and any listed supporting nutrients have specific amounts. The provided facts omit the complete gummy base, flavors, sweeteners, and excipients.

Customer satisfaction

71 High impact

The supplied aggregate rating is strong. No specific review comments are provided to assess whether negative complaints repeat.

Value for money

64 Moderate impact

Dose or delivery limitations weaken the quality offered for the cost. The recurring cost is reasonable for the delivery format.

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Goals

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

Melatonin at 5 mg directly supports circadian timing and may help shorten the time needed to fall asleep. The gummy format is easy to take but adds carbohydrate without improving the sleep mechanism.

The formula does not address physical relaxation, mineral needs, or stress-related sleep disruption. Melatonin can cause next-day drowsiness or vivid dreams, so users should avoid driving if they feel impaired.

Study evidence
Melatonin Supportive 181 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
15 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
4 Gram(s)
Melatonin
5 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Melatonin · 5 mg OverallScore51
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value

The 5 mg amount may be more than sensitive users need and requires two gummies. Chewed delivery is practical but lacks sustained-release support. The serving cost is above the collection median, and no independent purity certification is provided.

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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. Exogenous melatonin as a treatment for secondary sleep disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Li T; Jiang S; Han M; Yang Z; Lv J; Deng C; Reiter RJ; Yang Y · Frontiers in neuroendocrinology · 2019
    Meta-analysis205 participants7 studies pooledSleep Support forMelatonin
  4. Efficacy of melatonin with behavioural sleep-wake scheduling for delayed sleep-wake phase disorder: A double-blind, randomised clinical trial.
    Sletten TL; Magee M; Murray JM; Gordon CJ; Lovato N; Kennaway DJ; Gwini SM; Bartlett DJ; Lockley SW; Lack LC; Grunstein RR; Rajaratnam SMW; Delayed Sleep on Melatonin (DelSoM) Study Group · PLoS medicine · 2019
    Randomized trial116 participantsSleep Support forMelatonin
  5. 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
  6. Effects of melatonin on postoperative sleep quality: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and trial sequential analysis.
    Tsukinaga A; Mihara T; Takeshima T; Tomita M; Goto T · Canadian journal of anaesthesia = Journal canadien d'anesthesie · 2023
    Meta-analysis516 participants8 studies pooledSleep Support forMelatonin
  7. Unintended consequences: college students' melatonin usage, sleep disturbance, and depressive symptoms.
    Peltz JS; Rogge R · Sleep and biological rhythms · 2025
    Cohort study331 participantsSleep Support forMelatonin
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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