Sleptra MD Tablet

Melatonin (5mg)

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Sleptra MD Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of insomnia and jet lag (a sleep disorder due to frequent travel to different time zones). It reduces jet lag symptoms such as irritability, indigestion, daytime tiredness, and sleep disturbances.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 08 May 2026 | 03:58 PM (IST)

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General Information

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Melatonin (5mg)

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Cingulate Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

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Product introduction

Sleptra MD Tablet helps to synchronize the body’s biological day-night rhythm. It should be taken either 2 hours before or 2 hours after food, preferably at bedtime. However, it is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medicine should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include headache and drowsiness. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to note that this medicine should not be used for daily naps.

Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from any liver or kidney problems. You should avoid smoking and alcohol while using this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medicine. However, if the need arises, please consult your doctor before using it.

Uses of Sleptra Tablet MD

Treatment of Insomnia
Treatment of Jet lag

Benefits of Sleptra Tablet MD

Treatment of Insomnia
Insomnia is a condition where a person has difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Sleptra MD Tablet is often used to support better sleep in individuals facing this issue. It helps regulate the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle, making it easier to fall asleep at night and improving overall sleep quality without causing grogginess the next day.

Treatment of Jet lag
Jet lag occurs when traveling across time zones disrupts the body's internal clock, leading to sleep disturbances and fatigue. Sleptra MD Tablet can help reset this internal clock more quickly by signaling to the body that it is time to sleep, thus reducing the time it takes to adapt to a new schedule and improving alertness during travel.

Side effects of Sleptra Tablet MD

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sleptra

Headache
Sleepiness

How to use Sleptra Tablet MD

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Sleptra MD Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

How Sleptra Tablet MD works

Melatonin is a hormone produced by the body that synchronizes the body’s biological day-and-night rhythm. The biological rhythm can be disturbed by travelling across time zones. This is known as jet lag. The symptoms and their severity vary between individuals, but are generally worse and last longer the more time zones are crossed. Sleptra MD Tablet can help restore the normal day-and-night rhythm and reduce the symptoms.

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Quick tips

Take it with or without food or at least 2 hours before bedtime.
It may affect the blood sugar level. Take caution while taking this medicine if you are suffering from diabetes.
It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Smoking may make Sleptra MD Tablet less effective since it can increase the metabolism (breakdown) of it by the liver.
Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may decrease the activity of the drug.
Inform your doctor if you are taking seizure medicine, as Sleptra MD Tablet may increase the frequency of seizures.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Sleptra MD Tablet, suffering from liver or kidney disease, or if you have an intolerance to some sugars.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sleptra MD Tablet

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sleptra MD Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sleptra MD Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Sleptra MD Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Sleptra MD Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, based on the limited information available, it is advised that Sleptra MD Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.

Liver

UNSAFE

Sleptra MD Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Sleptra with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Fluvoxamine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Melatonin with Fluvoxamine. Fluvoxamine may raise blood levels of Melatonin.

Moderate

Thioridazine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your liver function. Melatonin may raise blood levels of Thioridazine.

Moderate

Alprazolam (Oral Route)

Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you.

Moderate

Aripiprazole (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your kidney function. Melatonin may decrease the metabolism of Aripiprazole.

Moderate

Pimozide (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Melatonin may raise blood levels of the active form of Pimozide.

Frequently asked questions

What are the advantages of Sleptra MD Tablet over other sleep agents?

The advantages of Sleptra MD Tablet over other sleep agents include that this medicine does not make the patient develop tolerance (after some time of use of Sleptra MD Tablet, it is no longer effective at the same dose). Unlike other similar hypnotic drugs, Sleptra MD Tablet does not cause unwanted effects such as hangovers and physical dependence.

Does Sleptra MD Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, it may cause weight gain, but it is uncommon. Consult your doctor if you are concerned about putting on weight after taking Sleptra MD Tablet.

Can I take Sleptra MD Tablet every night?

Yes, you can take it every night, but consult your doctor for the duration of treatment. If you are taking it for jet lag, you will be advised to take a minimum effective dose for 5 days only. In other cases of insomnia, it can be taken for a little longer, for about 3 months.

Does Sleptra MD Tablet affect blood pressure?

Yes, Sleptra MD Tablet may cause an increase in blood pressure, though it is an uncommon side effect. Therefore, if you are hypertensive, keep a watch on your blood pressure during treatment with Sleptra MD Tablet. Consult your doctor as soon as you notice a change in blood pressure.

Can I take Sleptra MD Tablet twice a day?

Usually, Sleptra MD Tablet is taken once a day, before going to bed. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Sleptra MD Tablet is a natural hormone produced by the body, which peaks at its highest levels at night.

Can Sleptra MD Tablet cause palpitations?

Yes, Sleptra MD Tablet can cause palpitations but only rarely. If you have any concerns regarding palpitations, consult your doctor.

Can Sleptra MD Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms?

No, unlike other medicines used to help people fall asleep, Sleptra MD Tablet does not cause withdrawal symptoms.

Can Sleptra MD Tablet cause abnormal dreams? If yes, then why does it happen?

Abnormal dreams are an uncommon side effect of Sleptra MD Tablet. The reason for abnormal dreams is not known, but Sleptra MD Tablet increases the duration of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. This phase of sleep is usually associated with dreams. This increase in duration of REM could be the reason for abnormal dreams that occur while taking Sleptra MD Tablet.

Can Sleptra MD Tablet be used for jet lag?

Yes, Sleptra MD Tablet tablets can be used for treatment of jet-lag in adults. The biological day and night rhythm can be disturbed by travelling to countries lying in different time zones. This is known as jet-lag. The symptoms and their severity vary from person to person, but are generally worse and last longer the more time zones are crossed. Sleptra MD Tablet tablets can help restore the normal day-and-night rhythm and reduce the symptoms.

Can Sleptra MD Tablet wake you up?

Early morning awakening is a rare side effect of Sleptra MD Tablet. If this is persistent and is bothering you, consult your doctor.

Can Sleptra MD Tablet make you tired the next day?

Yes, tiredness may occur, but it is an uncommon side effect of Sleptra MD Tablet. Tell your doctor if this side effect worries you.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

3- alkylindoles

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Melatonin Receptor Agonists

References

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General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Sleptra Tablet MD

Benefits of Sleptra Tablet MD

Side effects of Sleptra Tablet MD

How to use Sleptra Tablet MD

How Sleptra Tablet MD works

All substitutes for Sleptra MD Tablet

Melogram 5 Tablet MD

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Fluvoxamine (Oral Route)

Thioridazine (Oral Route)

Alprazolam (Oral Route)

Aripiprazole (Oral Route)

Pimozide (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What are the advantages of Sleptra MD Tablet over other sleep agents?

Does Sleptra MD Tablet cause weight gain?

Can I take Sleptra MD Tablet every night?

Does Sleptra MD Tablet affect blood pressure?

Can I take Sleptra MD Tablet twice a day?

Can Sleptra MD Tablet cause palpitations?

Can Sleptra MD Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms?

Can Sleptra MD Tablet cause abnormal dreams? If yes, then why does it happen?

Can Sleptra MD Tablet be used for jet lag?

Can Sleptra MD Tablet wake you up?

Can Sleptra MD Tablet make you tired the next day?

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