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5-hydroxytryptophan

5-hydroxytryptophan is a chemical made by the body from an essential amino acid called tryptophan (found in foods). 5-hydroxytryptophan is available as a supplement that may increase serotonin levels in the brain. It helps relieve depression, insomnia, anxiety, and obesity. 5-hydroxytryptophan supplements can cause side effects such as cramping, irregular heartbeats, heartburn, gas, diarrhea, rashes, and appetite loss.

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I daily take Pristiq antidepressant tablet 50 mg, when can I take 5-HTP after stopping Pristiq?

Query: Hello doctor, I daily take Pristiq antidepressant tablet 50 mg, which doctor had prescribed since a year. Now I am tapering the tablet gradually as per doctor's instruction. The first week every other day and second week every two days and the third week every three days. And now this is my fourth w...  Read Full »


Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you are tapering your Pristiq (Desvenlafaxine), there will be no withdrawal at all. You need to restart because of anxiety or depression disorder, not because of withdrawal. 5-HTP (Hydroxytryptophan) is not FDA approved and no guideline for it to how to use and when...  Read Full »

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