5-HTP
by Woodstock Vitamins · Tablet or Pill
Supplement facts from the label of 5-HTP by Woodstock Vitamins: Calcium 22 mg, 5-HTP 100 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium (Dicalcium Phosphate) | 22 mg | 2% | 2,500 mg · 2% at label max |
| 5-HTP (Griffonia simplicifolia) | 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) · Women (not pregnant or lactating) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Directions: Take one tablet, up to two times daily, with a meal. Do not exceed recommended dose.
Precautions re: All Other: Do not exceed recommended dose.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have, or suspect you have, a medical condition or are taking prescription drugs for depression, migraines, Parkinson's disease, or psychiatric disorders.
Precautions re: Children: Not for use by children.
Formula re: Contains: 5HTP has a delivery system that releases 5-HTP slowly and steadily over a period of time. 5-HTP is a drug-free amino acid derived from a plant that naturally increases the body's level of serotonin, the chemical messenger that affects emotions, behavior, appetite, and sleep. Today's stress-filled lifestyles and dietary practices may negatively affect how the body handles serotonin. Regular use of
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.
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).