Science-based Calculator

Find Your Perfect
Melatonin Dose

Not everyone needs the same amount. Calculate your personalized dose and optimal timing based on your body metrics and sleep goals.

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Get your personalized protocol in 30 seconds

Optimal Dose

0.3-1mg

varies by person

Best Timing

2-4h

before bed

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Most People Take Melatonin Wrong

Store-bought melatonin often comes in 3-10mg doses — that's 10-30x more than what research suggests is optimal. More isn't better. The right dose depends on your body.

Too High Dose

Can cause grogginess, vivid dreams, and next-day drowsiness

Wrong Timing

Taking it right before bed misses the optimal window for effect

One-Size-Fits-All

Age, weight, and gender all affect how you metabolize melatonin

How Our Calculator Works

We use peer-reviewed research to calculate your personalized protocol

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Body Surface Area

Your height and weight determine your BSA, which affects drug metabolism. We use the Mosteller formula for accuracy.

Phase Response Curve

Melatonin timing affects your circadian rhythm differently. We calculate the optimal window based on your sleep goals.

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Personal Adjustments

Age, gender, and other factors fine-tune your dose. Older adults often need less, while larger individuals may need slightly more.

The Science Behind It

📊 Low-Dose Research

Studies show that doses as low as 0.3mg are effective for improving sleep onset. Higher doses (3-10mg) don't improve efficacy but increase side effects like daytime drowsiness.

⏱️ Phase Response Curve

Melatonin taken in the early evening (4-6 hours before bed) advances your circadian rhythm, helping you fall asleep earlier. Timing matters more than dose.

👤 Individual Variation

Body Surface Area (BSA), age, and gender affect melatonin metabolism. Older adults produce less natural melatonin but are more sensitive to supplements.

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