How long till it starts?

It usually takes about 20 minutes for me to get sleepy and then it is lights out. I take three of the 5mg. But each person is different. Start with one and if that doesn't help take another. You can take up to 30mg safely.

I know it says vegetarian, but is the melatonin 100% vegetarian derived, or is it synthetic?

I too would like to know the answer to this. It has been asked a number of times, so there's obviously a great interest, and I therefore find it quite suspicious that the verified Manufacturer, NOW, has not responded to any of these questions. Is the Melatonin itself sourced from animal brain pineal glands - or is it plant, protist, fungi-based, or synthetic? I doubt that there will be any vegitarian/vegan brownie points lost if it's synthetic; if others are asking for the same reason I am, we just want to know that it's not made from the pineal glands of animal brains, with the perceived risk of transmission of animal viruses and prions - such as those which cause BSE/Mad Cow Disease in cattle, which can lead to variant Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease (vCJD) in humans. So, NOW Foods, is the Melatonin in this product sourced from animal brain pineal glands?

I've read one review that says it's synthetic and another saying that it's natural. Which is it?

Natural. NOW does not do synthetics.

Is now melatonin made from animal source or synthetically in the laboratory?

These are the Vegan capsules so it's a vegetable source not an animal source

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NOW Supplements, Melatonin 5 mg, Healthy Sleep Cycle*, 60 Veg Caps

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Brand
NOW
Diet Type
Vegan
Flavor
Unflavored
Item Form
Capsule
Item Weight
1.44 ounces
Item dimensions L x W x H
1.88 x 1.88 x

🌙5 mg Melatonin dose

🌿Vegan & allergen-free capsules

🛡️Powerful free radical scavenger

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🌙 Sleep smarter, live sharper — don’t miss out on your best rest yet!

DEFEND DETOX - Potent antioxidant action scavenges free radicals, supporting cellular health and longevity.
GUT IMMUNE HARMONY - Supports a healthy gastrointestinal lining and immune system balance for holistic wellness.
CLEAN TRUSTED QUALITY - GMP-certified, allergen-free, and vegan capsules crafted by NOW’s 50+ years of natural product expertise.
OPTIMIZE YOUR NIGHTLY RESET - Clinically dosed 5 mg melatonin to naturally regulate your sleep/wake cycle for deep, restorative rest.
60 CAPSULES OF CONSISTENT CALM - A full two-month supply designed for busy professionals prioritizing wellness and peak performance.

NOW Supplements Melatonin 5 mg offers a scientifically backed dose of melatonin to support healthy sleep cycles, immune regulation, and gastrointestinal health. Delivered in vegan, allergen-free capsules, this GMP-certified formula combines antioxidant benefits with trusted quality, making it a top choice for professionals seeking natural, effective sleep support.

Specifications

ASIN	B003JJ9TQA
ASIN	B003JJ9TQA
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Allergen-Free
Best Sellers Rank	#11,076 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #105 in Sleep & Snoring Aids #127 in Herbal & Nutritional Sleep Supplements #1,086 in Sales & Deals
Brand Name	NOW
Color	White
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (5,310)
Date First Available	April 27, 2010
Department	Health and Beauty>Health and Wellness
Diet Type	Vegan
Dosage Form	Capsule
Flavor	Unflavored
Global Trade Identification Number	00733739035554
Item Dimensions	1.88 x 1.88 x 3.44 inches
Item Form	Capsule
Item Weight	1.44 ounces
Item model number	3555
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer Part Number	3555
Material Features	Vegetarian
Model Name	Melatonin 5 mg, Free Radical Scavenger
Model Number	3555
Number of Items	1
Primary Supplement Type	multivitamin
Product Benefits	Nervous System Support, Sleep & Mood Support
Product Dimensions	1.88 x 1.88 x 3.44 inches; 1.44 ounces
Recommended Uses For Product	Sleep Support
Special Ingredients	Melatonin
Specific Uses For Product	Sleep Support
Total Servings Per Container	60
UPC	733739035554
Unit Count	60 Count

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