What is Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Sundown Naturals Melatonin, PharmAssure Melatonin, Sundown Naturals Melatonin, Advanced Sleep Melatonin, Basic's Melatonin, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Melatonin, Nature's Blend Melatonin, Optimum Melatonin

Generic Names:

  • Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St

Uses:

  • Treats insomnia.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Sleep Aid, Endocrine-Metabolic Agent, Nutriceutical

Forms:

  • Capsule, Long Acting Capsule, Tablet, Long Acting Tablet, Liquid

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St used for?

What form(s) does Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St come in

  • Capsule

  • Long Acting Capsule

  • Tablet

  • Long Acting Tablet

  • Liquid

What are common Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St doses?

  • Bottle 60 Tablets

  • Bottle 120 Tablets

How to take Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St

  • The liquid may be taken directly or combined with water or juice.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Take your dose 20 minutes before your bedtime. Oral routeYou may take this medicine with or without food.

  • The liquid may be taken directly or combined with water or juice.

  • Take your dose 20 minutes before your bedtime. Oral routeYou may take this medicine with or without food.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

What to do if you miss a dose of Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St

  • If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, call your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St contraindications

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to melatonin.

Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St warnings

  • This medicine may make you drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that might be dangerous if you are not alert.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have an autoimmune condition. Make sure your doctor knows if you are feeling sad or depressed.

Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St interactions

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using any tranquilizer medicines, or if you are also using any sedative medicines.

  • This medicine may make you drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that might be dangerous if you are not alert.

Melatonin/Vitamin B-6 Ex St side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Headache.

  • Feeling sluggish or tired in the morning.

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Headache.

  • Feeling sluggish or tired in the morning.

Subscribe to our savings newsletter

Health education, drug info, wellness & more

By clicking 'Subscribe', I agree to SingleCare's Terms & Conditions.