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Jet lag
Jet Lag Treatments
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Jet Lag
Whether traveling for business or leisure, crossing time zones can induce jet lag, characterized by insomnia, altered appetite, irritability, and fatigue. Our jet lag treatment can help regulate your sleep more quickly.
Vaccination Pricing
Melatonin 3mg (10 tablets): £20.00
Melatonin 3mg (20 tablets): £25.00
Signs & Symptoms
- Disrupted sleep patterns
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
- Daytime sleepiness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Irritability, gastrointestinal disturbances (such as diarrhoea or constipation), loss of appetite or increased hunger at unusual times, and general malaise
Treatment -18 years and over
One 3 mg Melatonin tablet to be taken once daily. The patient should take the first dose 30 minutes before going to bed on the day they arrive at their destination. The patient should continue to take the tablets (30 minutes before going to bed) for a maximum of 5 days.
The dose may be increased to 6 mg (2 tablets taken together) if the standard dose does not adequately alleviate symptoms.
The dose that adequately alleviates symptoms should be taken for the shortest period. If required, the patient should start another treatment period on their return, taking their first dose 30 minutes before going to bed.
How do you become jet lagged?
Jet lag occurs when your body's internal clock, or circadian rhythm, is disrupted due to crossing multiple time zones rapidly. This disrupts your sleep-wake cycle, as well as other bodily functions tied to the time of day, such as hunger and hormone regulation. Factors contributing to jet lag include the direction of travel (eastward or westward), the number of time zones crossed, and individual differences in susceptibility.
How do you control jet lag?
- Gradually adjust your sleep schedule a few days before departure.
- Stay hydrated before, during, and after the flight.
- During the flight, adjust your watch to the destination time zone.
- Get exposure to natural sunlight upon arrival to help reset your body clock.
- Avoid heavy meals and alcohol, which can disrupt sleep.
- Consider using over the counter or prescription medications for short-term relief, if advised by a healthcare professional.
- Allow time for rest and recovery upon arrival, if possible.