Overview

• MHRA testing detected 1.5–1.7 mg of melatonin per Nutrition Ignition Kids Magnesium Glycinate Gummy despite no mention on the packaging.
• The gummies were sold online for children aged four and over with directions of one to two daily, raising the risk of unintended exposure.
• The MHRA has removed the product from sale and is working with online retailers to withdraw listings, advising owners to store it securely and take it to a pharmacy for disposal.
• Melatonin is prescription-only in the UK with a typical pediatric starting dose of 1 mg and a maximum of 5 mg, and excess intake can cause drowsiness, headache, dizziness and nausea.
• Parents are urged to seek medical advice for suspected side effects and report cases via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme, with media citing US data on rising pediatric melatonin exposures.