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5-Hydroxytryptophan or 5-HTP is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin and an intermediate in tryptophan metabolism. It is marketed in the United States and other countries as a dietary supplement for use as an antidepressant, appetite suppressant, and sleep aid. more at Wikipedia
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| Depression | 11 |
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| Bipolar Disorder | 5 |
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| Anxiety | 4 |
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| Panic Attacks | 3 |
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made me sleepy all the time
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has not been consistent. sleep for 1-2 hours then wakeful for 3-4 hours until able to rest again. Not good in mornings.
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Working very well.
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Working well for depression, insomnia and migraines. 150-200 mg per day
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I feel great!
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Love how this helps my mood and overall wellbeing, without the icky side effects of the normal antidepressants. Recommend to everyone
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I feel that this supplement used once before bed cuts my pain in half. It really makes a difference in my quality of sleep and also with my pain control.
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I use 200mg of 5-htp w/flaxseed omega-3 .. Working wonder for me!!! good luck [More] -
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Hey V, Its funny you brought this up! Iwas just checking it out on another site. Very strange, great minds, LOL! It says it helps raise your ser... [More] -
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Be very careful I've never tried 5htp.But I was on wellbutrin and cymbalta and had to be hospitalized.My blood pressure and heart rate were out of con... [More]
