The Risks of Mislabeling Melatonin Gummies for Kids.

A new study published in JAMA found that 88% of melatonin gummies investigated were inaccurately labeled, with only 12% containing within 10% of the quantity that was labeled. The study also found that some gummies contained potentially harmful levels of melatonin and cannabidiol (CBD) that was not labeled on the packaging. The FDA has not yet commented on the study's findings. The study noted that children could be at risk of ingesting potentially high amounts of melatonin, and accidental ingestion could occur due to the gummies resembling candy. The number of calls for children ingesting melatonin to the Poison Control Centers increased 530% from 2012 to 2021.