Double Strength 5-HTP 200 mg
by NOW · Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of Double Strength 5-HTP 200 mg by NOW: Niacin 20 mg, Vitamin B6 2.0 mg, 5-Hydroxytryptophan 200 mg, Glycine 100 mg….
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niacin (Niacinamide, Vitamin B3) | 20 mg | 125% | 35 mg · 57% at label max |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 2.0 mg | 118% | 100 mg · 2% at label max |
| 5-Hydroxytryptophan (Griffonia simplicifolia Seed Extract) | 200 mg | — | — |
| Glycine | 100 mg | — | — |
| Taurine | 100 mg | — | — |
| Inositol | 100 mg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Kosher · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 1 capsule daily, preferably on an empty stomach at bedtime.
Formula re: Contains: 5-HTP, the intermediate metabolite between the amino acid tryptophan and serotonin, is extracted from the seed of an African plant (Griffonia simplicifolia).
Formula re: Contains: NOW Double Strength 5-HTP has twice the 5-HTP (200 mg per capsule) as in our regular strength product (100 mg per capsule).
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions re: All Other: Caution: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Not recommended for pregnant/nursing women. Consult physician if taking medications (especially antidepressants), or have a medical condition.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).