Natures Way 5-HTP 50MG 60 TABS

Classification
General Sale Medicine

Dosage
Use under the guidance of a healthcare practitioner. Start with a low dose of one tablet (50mg) taken daily with a meal. Increase the dose slowly (every 3-5 days) up to a maximum of four tablets taken daily (200mg). Total daily intake should be divided into two or more doses, with no more than two tablets per dose.

Ingredients
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) from Griffonia simplicifolia seeds 50mg, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) - 60mg, Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCL) - 20mg

Purpose/Usage
5 hydroxy tryptophan ( 5-htp) is one of the transitional chemicals formed when tryptophan is converted to serotonin. Serotonin has a variety of physiological actions, but primarily affects the brain. 5-htp and sleep: 5-htp can induce sleep when taken on an empty stomach about 1 hour prior to bedtime. Both 5-htp and serotonin are precursors to melatonin. 5-htp and migraines: Migraine headaches are closely associated with serotonergic activity. A number of studies found that 5-htp may be able to prevent migraines and tension headaches. 5-htp and anxiety: 5-htp may help reduce anxiety as it increases serotonins availability. Some research has indicated that stress results in an increased level of the hormone cortisol, which in turn reduces the levels of serotonin. 5-htp and weight control: A deficiency of serotonin may also be associated with the brains perception of starvation and hunger. If taken half an hour before meals it may suppress appetite.

Precautions
This product should not be consumed by children or by pregnant or lactating women. Those suffering from gut disorders such as ulcers, irritable bowel disease, Crohn's disease, celiac disease etc, should not use 5-htp. If you are using MAO-inhibiters, antidepressants and drugs containing fenfluramine should not use 5-htp. May cause drowsiness. Do not use while driving or operating heavy machinery.

Adverse Effects
Some people may experience gastrointestinal upset, diarrhoea or nausea while taking this product, which usually disappears by reducing the dosage, or is minimised by taking with food.