At a glance
What travellers should know
- Generally worse travelling eastward than westward
- Light exposure is one of the most powerful tools for resetting your body clock
- Adjusting your sleep schedule before you travel can help
Practical tips
Get daylight exposure at your destination as soon as possible, stay hydrated during the flight, and try to adopt your destination's meal and sleep times quickly on arrival.
Available at the clinic
Jet Lag Melatonin
Melatonin is a prescription-only medicine in the UK that can help some travellers reset their sleep pattern after crossing several time zones. Book a short consultation at the clinic and our pharmacist will check whether it is suitable for you and your trip.
The cost depends on your trip and the amount supplied. Your pharmacist will confirm the price at your consultation.
- Suitability is assessed by the pharmacist before any supply
- Works best alongside daylight exposure and sensible sleep habits, not instead of them
Common questions
Jet Lag FAQs
Some travellers find it helpful; ask your pharmacist whether it's suitable for you and how best to use it for your specific trip.