5-Hydroxytryptophan (Cont.)

What If I Take a 5-Hydroxytryptophan Overdose?

It is not known what exactly to expect from a 5-hydroxytryptophan overdose. It is thought that taking too much 5-hydroxytryptophan may result in a dangerous group of symptoms known as "serotonin syndrome."
 
If you think you may have taken too much 5-hydroxytryptophan, seek immediate medical attention.
 
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5-Hydroxytryptophan: Storage Methods

Refer to the label of your individual 5-hydroxytryptophan product for information on how best to store 5-hydroxytryptophan. Keep 5-hydroxytryptophan and all other medications or supplements out of the reach of children.
 

How Does 5-Hydroxytryptophan Work?

The body converts 5-hydroxytryptophan into serotonin, a very important brain chemical. As a result, taking 5-hydroxytryptophan can increase serotonin levels, which theoretically may help with a variety of conditions, especially mood disorders (such as depression). In addition to affecting mood, serotonin has several other actions in the body, which may be how 5-hydroxytryptophan works for other conditions.
 

Is 5-Hydroxytryptophan Effective?

There are studies that suggest that 5-hydroxytryptophan may work for depression and fibromyalgia. However, not enough research has been done to know if 5-hydroxytryptophan is effective for other uses.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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