Jetlag
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Jet lag is a temporary sleep disorder that occurs when traveling rapidly across multiple time zones, causing misalignment between your body's internal clock and the external environment. It's typically more severe when traveling eastward and increases with the number of time zones crossed.
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Common symptoms of jet lag include disturbed sleep patterns, such as insomnia, early waking, or excessive sleepiness during the day; difficulty concentrating and decreased alertness; fatigue and lethargy; irritability and mood changes; digestive problems including constipation, diarrhoea, or reduced appetite; mild dehydration; and general malaise or feeling unwell. Physical performance may be compromised, and some people experience mild dizziness or headaches. Symptoms typically appear shortly after arrival and may last for several days.
Jetlag FAQs (4)
Melatonin is highly effective for managing jet lag when taken correctly. It helps reset your circadian rhythm by signalling to your body when it's time to sleep. Standard Melatonin 3 mg Tablets work well for most travellers, while Circadin (prolonged-release melatonin) may provide more sustained sleep regulation throughout the night. Ceyesto contains the same active ingredient and similarly helps adjust sleep patterns.
Symptoms include disturbed sleep (insomnia or daytime sleepiness), fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, digestive problems, headaches, and general malaise. When traveling east, falling asleep later and struggling to wake is common; when traveling west, evening sleepiness and early waking are typical.
Begin adjusting sleep schedules 2-3 days before departure. During flights, stay hydrated, limit alcohol and caffeine, and immediately set your watch to destination time. Upon arrival, adopt local schedules for meals and sleep, maximize strategic light exposure, and consider appropriate melatonin timing based on travel direction.