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Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Supports Relaxation and Normal Sleep Patterns. New, easier-to-swallow tablets. Schiff® Knock Out® is a combination of Melatonin, Valerian and Theanine. Melatonin is a metabolic hormone made in the pineal gland, retina, and intestines. Melatonin is released into the blood stream by the pineal gland (which resides in the brain) to set your body’s biological clock and initiate sleep. Darkness stimulates the pineal gland and causes it to produce more melatonin. Daylight stops your body’s production of melatonin. Melatonin helps to promote healthy sleep patterns. Melatonin also protects cells from free radical damage, and directs the release of growth and sex hormones. Theanine is believed to be the primary component of green tea that provides a relaxing effect. Theanine is an amino acid derivative of glutamine. Oral doses of 50 and 200 mg of theanine given to healthy volunteers promoted alpha brain wave production. Alpha waves are associated with a calm mental state. Theanine helps to induce a state of calm relaxation. Valerian is known for its calming effects, and also used as a sleep aid. GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is the major inhibitory neurotransmitter (message sender) in the brain. GABA plays a role in regulating sleep-wake cycles, and is involved in initiation of sleep. Melatonin, theanine and valerian extracts all interact with the GABA receptor.

Average Customer Rating:

4.2 out of 5

15 of 18 (83%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Knock Out Works, December 11, 2008
By Birdie11

Value:		4 out of 5
Quality:		4 out of 5
Effectiveness:		4 out of 5
Satisfaction:		4 out of 5

"After the second night of taking the product, my sleep patterns were returning to normal.
The product is fast working, with no strange side effects.
I simply felt myself becoming tired, and ready for sleep. Good stuff, much better than becoming addicted to a prescription sleep medicine."

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Review 2 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Down in one!, December 4, 2008
By ricstra

Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		3 out of 5

"Start off with half a dose. That is all I needed. A full dose gives me a bit of a hangover."

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Review 3 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

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Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Consistently Good Sleep, December 3, 2008
By RushWoman

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"I take a half of a tablet and I sleep well. I don't feel groggy in the morning, either. I'd feel comfortable taking a whole tablet if I needed to. Good stuff!"

Age: 45-54
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Specific health concern
Duration of use: 30-60 days

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Review 4 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

2 out of 5

Not for me, November 4, 2008
By homeopathyuser from NY

Value:		3 out of 5
Quality:		3 out of 5
Satisfaction:		2 out of 5

"I read all the great reviews and decided to try it based on those alone. Am very disappointed. I much prefer just using valerian and get a great night's rest, this did not do that for me at all. Still woke up several times during the night while using the product and that doesn't happen when I use the valerian capsules alone. In my experience, wouldn't recommend these or use them myself again."

Age: 45-54
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Specific health concern
Duration of use: Over 180 days

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Review 5 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Best Purchase Ever, May 14, 2008
By vibrissa from IL

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"I take one almost every night. I go to sleep quickly and sleep soundly waking rested and not groggy at all. If I haven't taken this product and I am having trouble either going to sleep or getting back to sleep, I just take one of these and I am in dreamland before I know it! I love this."

Age: 55-64
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 3-5 supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Specific health concern
Duration of use: Over 180 days

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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Review 6 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Works Great and its safe, March 7, 2008
By Mollymink from Matthews, nc

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"I've been using this for about a year and it works great. There are no side effects and its all natural herbs so its safe. You don't wake up groggy or in a daze I actually wake more refreshed. I do agree with the product you should have 8 hours to sleep."

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 1-2 supplements daily
Referral source: Friend
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Over 180 days

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Review 7 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

2 out of 5

Didn't Help, December 21, 2007
By cjlitt from California

Value:		3 out of 5
Quality:		4 out of 5
Effectiveness:		1 out of 5
Satisfaction:		2 out of 5

"I took the Knock-out as directed, with now notice of helping me get to sleep. I tryed it several times, still didn't work. I would not recommend to anyone."

Age: 65-74
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Family Member
Reason for usage: Enhanced performance
Duration of use: Less than 30 days

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Review 8 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Extremely helpful, November 1, 2007
By cat1946 from Massachusetts

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"This product works great. Do not be turned off by its unusual odor. Valerian smells like smelly feet. I also use 5HTP and sleep extremely well."

Age: 55-64
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: 61-180 days

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Review 9 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Great product, August 30, 2007
By chickienurse

Value:		3 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		4 out of 5

"I work 3 - 12 hour night shifts/week. Have not slept more than 5 hours of consecutive sleep in more than a year, until I found this. When they say 'knockout' they really mean it. I was getting a bit of the 'groggy/hangover' effect in the am, but have found if I break it in half, I still get a restful sleep w/out that in the in the morning. It'a an amazing product!"

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Review 10 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

2 out of 5

still awake, August 29, 2007
By eyore

Value:		4 out of 5
Quality:		3 out of 5
Effectiveness:		1 out of 5
Satisfaction:		2 out of 5

"I found this product in stores, but vitacost had a better price. I took this product for a couple of weeks. I was very optimistic about the effects, but I still felt very awake and anxious at night. I suppose it's not the best product for someone with extreme insomnia and/or anxiety. I felt absolutely nothing. I might need something that absorbs faster in my body such as the melatonin dissovable strips."

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Review 11 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

It's got it all, August 11, 2007
By boysterus

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		4 out of 5
Satisfaction:		4 out of 5

"I was buying all the ingredients in this formula separately to help fall asleep. Finally, Schiff put them all together. This really helps me fall asleep when I'm stressed out. Staying asleep is a little more difficult. I still wake up at times in the middle of the night with my mind racing, but it helps get me started."

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Review 12 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

A Great Choice, July 11, 2007
By KC424

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"I was initially looking for Melatonin and Theanine. I did not realize I could get one product with both. The valerian is an added plus. This has helped both my husband and me sleep better and have higher quality sleep. We wake feeling more refreshed. I often have to work in the evenings and this helps me relax and get to sleep. When my husband was working second shift it also helped him. I often recommend this product."

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Review 13 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

June 17, 2007
By Madamex

Value:		4 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"This is a great product that really works. My husband and I wouldn't be without it. I would recommend it to anyone who has difficulty falling asleep. I recently sent a bottle to my son and he likes it also. I think that it is a bit pricey, but it is worth it!"

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Review 14 for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

It works!, April 30, 2007
By AnnieE from Denver, CO

Value:		5 out of 5
Quality:		5 out of 5
Effectiveness:		5 out of 5
Satisfaction:		5 out of 5

"This product really helps me sleep at night. I've tried valerian on it's own, but I prefer this combination. I feel a lot more rested, and I sleep through the night. Great product!"

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 1-2 supplements daily
Referral source: Other
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: 30-60 days

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Ratings-Only Reviews for Schiff Knock-Out Melatonin with Theanine and Valerian -- 50 Tablets

Based on the average of (4) ratings-only reviews

Overall Rating

4.8 out of 5

Would recommend?: Yes 4 out of 4

Value		5 out of 5
Quality		5 out of 5
Effectiveness		4.8 out of 5
Satisfaction		4.8 out of 5