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Ingredients (1)
L-5-Hydroxytryptophan
100%Dose/day
150 mg
Target
100–300 mg
Form
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Other Ingredients (3)
HypromelloseCapsule
Plant-derived capsule material from cellulose
LeucineFlow Aid
Branched-chain amino acid used as a processing aid
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
How to Take It
Best taken in the evening
Take in the evening. Amino acids compete for the same transport into the brain, so a protein-heavy meal blunts it.
On an empty stomach
Keep it away from protein-heavy meals
Space it a couple of hours from SAMe
Label directs 3 servings — keep one for the evening
On the label
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule three times daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Do not combine with St. John's Wort
Each of these raises serotonin activity on top of St. John's Wort, and together they can trigger serotonin syndrome — agitation, rapid heartbeat, raised blood pressure. Not without medical supervision.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
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$50.39
Pricier than 83% of 56 5-HTP supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.