Indications
Ramelta tablet is used to treat insomnia in people who have trouble falling asleep.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Ramelteon acts as a melatonin (MT) receptor agonist, binding strongly to MT1 and MT2 receptors while showing selectivity over the MT3 receptor. Its action at the MT1 and MT2 receptors is thought to underlie its sleep-promoting effect, since these receptors, normally acted upon by the body's own melatonin, appear to play a role in maintaining the circadian rhythm that governs the natural sleep-wake cycle. Ramelteon shows no meaningful affinity for the GABA receptor complex or for receptors that bind neuropeptides, cytokines, serotonin, dopamine, noradrenaline, acetylcholine, and opiates.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category C: animal studies suggest Ramelteon may harm the fetus, so it should be used only if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the baby. It is not known whether Ramelteon passes into human breast milk, so it should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.
Side Effects & Interactions
Side Effects
No side-effect data recorded yet.