5-HTP 100
by Wonder Laboratories · Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of 5-HTP 100 by Wonder Laboratories: 5-Hydroxytryptophan 100 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Hydroxytryptophan (Griffonia simplicifolia Seed Extract) | 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: Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Women (not pregnant or lactating) · Gluten Free
Claim types: All Other
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Directions: As a dietary supplement, start with a low dose of 1 capsule taken with a meal. Increase the dose slowly (every 3-5 days) up to a maximum of 4 capsules taken daily. Total daily intake should be divided into two or more doses, with no more than 2 capsules per dose.
Formula re: Contains: 5-HTP is the precursor to serotonin, a mood and appetite regulating neurotransmitter produced within the body.
Precautions re: All Other: Tamper evident: Do not use this product if imprinted foil seal under cap is broken or missing.
Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature: 59 degrees - 86 degrees F (15 degrees to 30 degrees C).
Precautions re: Children: Warning: This product should not be taken by children, pregnant or lactating women.
Precautions re: All Other: May cause gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea or nausea which usually disappears by reducing dosage or is minimized by taking with food. As with any supplement, if discomfort persists discontinue use. Those suffering from gut disorders such as ulcers, irritable bowel disease, Crohn's disease, celiac disease, etc., should not use 5-HTP. May cause drowsiness. Do not use while driving or operating mach
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).