HB>    Thanks for replying.  So it's some kind of sleeping agent, then?
HB>    Is it available only by prescription?
It does promote sleep.  Nope, no prescription.
HB>    Did a doctor or pharmacist suggest avoiding certain foods or medicines
HB>     while you were taking melatonin?
I never asked (g).  I sorta avoid doctors unless absolutely necessary.  
I just maintain my regular diet.  And I don't take any medicines except 
actifed from time to time for sinus headaches.
HB>    I'm also interested in knowing how long it has been on the market in
HB>     the U.S., and how much pre-dispensation testing was undertaken by,
HB>     say, the FDA.  Would you know anything about that?
No, sorry!  But someone else here will probably be able to give you the 
information.
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