4 November 2018 - Consumers are circumventing Australian regulations to buy cheap melatonin from overseas where it can be obtained without a prescription.

The high price and hassle of getting the sleep drug in Australia are driving many consumers to buy it from international websites that sell directly to Australian consumers without the oversight of the Therapeutic Goods Association, or from pharmacies on trips abroad to countries such as the United States where it’s sold over the counter.

Health experts warn there could be safety concerns with buying melatonin from overseas. Previous tests found significant quality and purity issues in 31 melatonin products sold over the counter in Canada.

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