Jarrow Formulas 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is an extract of Griffonia simplicifolia seeds from coastal West Africa and is verified to be free of "peak X" contaminant. Purity is assured by HPLC. 5-HTP is the direct metabolic precursor of serotonin and is important for the production of melatonin.*
Serving Size 1 capsule | Servings Per Container 90 | Amount Per Serving | 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) | 50 mg | Other ingredients: rice flour, magnesium stearate and silicon dioxide. Capsule consists of gelatin. | |
Dosage and Use |
| Take one capsule per day on an empty stomach, or as directed by your qualified health consultant. | |
Caution |
Do not take if pregnant, lactating, trying to conceive, under age 18, or have a medical condition. If taking prescribed medication(s), e.g. antidepressant SSRIs, MAO inhibitors or sedatives, consult a health professional before taking 5-HTP. |