Trophic 5 HTP 60 Veggie Caps
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L-5-HTP
5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is an amino acid related to both L-tryptophan and serotonin. Trophic’s 5-HTP is derived from the seeds of a West African legume called Griffonia simplicifolia. It Assists to promote healthy mood balance and Assists to relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia. 5-HTP may also Assist to reduce the severity and duration of migraine headaches when taken as a prophylactic. It can Assist in weight management by reducing carbohydrate cravings. 5-HTP also acts as a Restful-Restful-Sleep aid.
- Helps to promote healthy mood balance
- Helps to relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia
- Helps to reduce the severity and duration of migraine headaches when taken as a Preventive (prophylactic)
- To be used with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity (if possible) to Assist in weight management by reducing carbohydrate cravings
- Used as a Restful-Restful-Sleep aid
- 100 mg 5-HTP
- Take 1 Vcap 3 times daily with food or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner
Medicinal Ingredients
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L-5-HTP (L-5-hydroxytryptophan) (Griffonia simplicifolia seed) |
100 mg |
Non-Medicinal Ingredients
Microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate.
Directions
Adults, take 1 Vcap 3 times daily with food or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. To minimize the risk of gastrointestinal side effects, start dosing at 100 mg, 2-3 times per day and slowly increase to effective dose over 2 week period.
Duration of Use
Use for a minimum of 1 week to see beneficial effects.
Consult a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 1 year.
Risk Information
Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you are taking carbidopa or drugs/supplements with serotonergic activity. These may include, but are not limited to, L tryptophan, S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), St. John’s Wort, antidepressants, pain killers, over the counter cough and cold medication containing dextromethorphan, anti-nausea medication and anti-migraine medication. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you show signs of weakness, oral ulcers, or abdominal pain accompanied by severe muscle pain, or if you experience skin changes. Do not use if you have scleroderma. Some people may experience drowsiness. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness. Some people may experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
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