5-HTP 200 mg 60 Tablets

Natural Factors 5-HTP 200 mg provides a higher dose of this free-form amino acid in timed-release tablets. 5-HTP is a direct precursor to serotonin, which plays a key role in maintaining healthy mood balance and promoting relaxation without causing dependence. The timed-release tablets gradually release 5-HTP to minimize gastrointestinal discomfort and allow for a steadier increase in serotonin levels. This formula is non-GMO and suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Medicinal Ingredients

Each tablet contains

L-5-HTP (L-5-hydroxytryptophan) (Griffonia simplicifolia) (seed) ................. 200 mg

Non-Medicinal Ingredients

Dicalcium phosphate dihydrate, cellulose, carbohydrate gum, coating (carbohydrate gum, glycerin), vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant).

Suggested Use

Recommended adult dose

All uses: Use for at least 2 weeks to see beneficial effects. To minimize the risk of gastrointestinal side effects, start at a lower dose and slowly increase to the effective dose over a 2-week period. For sleep disturbances: 1 tablet daily with food or as directed by a health care practitioner. Take 60-90 minutes before bedtime. For healthy mood balance: 1 tablet daily with food or as directed by a health care practitioner. For migraine prevention: 1 tablet 3 times daily with food or as directed by a health care practitioner. For fibromyalgia symptoms: 1 tablet 2 times daily with food or as directed by a health care practitioner.

Recommended Use

Helps promote healthy mood balance and reduce the severity and duration of migraine headaches when taken as a prophylactic. Helps relieve sleep disturbances associated with mood imbalance and relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia.

Cautions

All uses: Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use.