5-HTP
5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is one of the most important brain neurotransmitters and is a direct precursor of serotonin. Often used as an alternative to Prozac ® in the treatment of depression, 5-HTP has performed better than L-tryptophan in clinical trials and is effective at one tenth the dosage. 5-HTP has also shown to be helpful in the treatment of insomnia, alcoholism and some cases of compulsive carbohydrate intake. 5-HTP is a natural product that is derived from the Griffonia seeds.
Dosage: 50mg to 200mg daily.
Precautions: Do not use with L-Tryptophan or SSRI drugs such as Prozac or Zoloft or any other serotonin enhancing agents unless at the direction of your doctor.
Dosage: One or two tablets per day. No toxicity or other drug interactions.
Precautions: Possible dry mouth, possible hypotension or weakness.
