5-HTP 50 mg 120 Veggie Caps - BioGenesis

5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is the immediate precursor in the biosynthesis of the neurotransmitter 5-hydroxytryptamine(5 HT or serotonin). 5-HT is synthesized from the amino acid L-tryptophan. 5-HTP has replaced the use of L-tryptophan in the United States. In 1989 patients taking L-tryptophan developed a negative and debilitating reaction called eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome.
Dietary supplementation may enhance levels of:
1. Serotonin
2. Melatonin
3. Catecholamines
4. Endorphins
May positively enhance mood. May enhance the sleep cycle. May reduce discomfort in patients with chronic pain. May regulate feeding patterns and have positive bariatric (weight management) effects.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
If you have a health concern or condition, consult a physician. Always consult a medical doctor before modifying your diet, using any new product or drug supplement.

Serving Size 1 veggie capsule
Servings Per Container 120
Amount Per Serving
5 HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) 50 mg
OTHER INGREDIENTS: Rice flour, celluose.

Suggested Dose: As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 capsules twice daily between meals or as directed by your healthcare professional.

1. Patients on MAOIs (approved 2 weeks after discontinuation)
2. Patients with carcinoid tumors
3. Should not be used concurrently with medications such as SSRIs, tricyclic
antidepressants, MAOIs.
4. Should not be used concurrently with serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonists
including Naratriptan, Sumatriptan, and Zolmitriptan.
5. Patients with ischemic heart disease (Hx of myocardial infarction, angina
pectoris, documented silent ischemia)
6. Patients with Hx of coronary artery spasm
7. Uncontrolled hypertension
8. Pregnant women and nursing mothers
Side effects:
Due to excessive serotonin production side effects could include nausea, diarrhea,
loss of appetite, vomiting, difficult breathing, dilation of pupils, exaggerated
reflexes, loss of muscle coordination, blurring of vision and cardiac dysrhythmias.
Note:
Carbidopa may increase 5-HTP transport across the blood brain barrier due to
decreased peripheral 5-HTP metabolism.
Methyldopa inhibits conversion of 5-HTP to serotonin.