Getting a good night's sleep is easier for some than others, and prescribed melatonin has been a saving grace for many. But there are still lingering questions about its safety and effectiveness for children.
A recent RNZ investigation found dozens of parents jumping through hoops to import melatonin to help their kids sleep. So, why is it so difficult to get your son or daughter a prescription, and what are the safety concerns involved?
Jesse is joined by Dr David Reith, an associate professor of pharmacology at the University of Otago.
Fern's latest melatonin shipment. Photo: supplied
