What is Jet Lag?
Jet lag, also known as desynchronosis, occurs when your internal body clock is out of sync with the new time zone you’re in. This often happens after long flights that cross multiple time zones. The body’s natural rhythms, which regulate sleep, hunger, and energy levels, are disrupted, leading to a range of symptoms.
Which Symptoms Does It Cause?
Experiencing jet lag can be unpleasant and impact your trip’s productivity and enjoyment. Common symptoms include:
Fatigue and exhaustion
Insomnia or disrupted sleep
Difficulty concentrating
Irritability and mood changes
Digestive problems
Our jet lag treatment aims to alleviate these symptoms, providing the support you need to transition smoothly into the new time zone.
How to Use Jet Lag Medicine?
Take one 3 mg melatonin tablet daily. Start by taking the first tablet 30 minutes before bedtime on the day you arrive at your destination. Continue taking the tablet 30 minutes before bed each night for up to 5 days.
If the standard dose doesn’t help, you can increase it to 6 mg (2 tablets taken together).
Use the smallest dose that works for the shortest time possible. If needed, begin another course of treatment when you return home, starting with a dose 30 minutes before bedtime.
How Do You Become Jet Lagged?
Jet lag happens when your body’s internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm, gets thrown off by quickly travelling across several time zones. This messes up your sleep patterns and other daily routines like eating and hormone levels.
Factors that affect jet lag include whether you’re travelling east or west, how many time zones you’ve crossed, and how sensitive you are to time changes.
How Can I Avoid Jet Lag?
To avoid severe jet lag, here are some helpful tips:
Rest Well Before Departure
Ensure you get plenty of sleep before your trip.
Adjust Gradually
Start shifting your bedtime by an hour earlier or later each night to match your destination’s time zone.
Stay Hydrated
Drink lots of water during your flight and avoid caffeine and alcohol.
Sleep on the Plane
Try to sleep on the flight when it’s night-time at your destination.
Stick to Local Time
When you arrive, stay awake and go to bed according to the local schedule.
Set an Alarm
Use an alarm to wake up on time in the morning.
Get Natural Light
Spend time outside in natural light to help reset your body’s internal clock.
Next-Day Appointments are Available
How it Works?
Book an appointment
Book online or call our booking line. Our lines are open Mon-Friday!
Attend Consultation
During your appointment, the clinician or pharmacist will assess which vaccines or medications you need.
Get your treatment
Once our health advisor has assessed your needs, you'll receive your vaccinations & treatments straight away.
