5-HTP
Aliases: 5htp, 5-hydroxytryptophan, tryptophan, l-tryptophan, oxitriptan
Categories
common
supplement
Summary
The precursor to serotonin. In some countries it is sold OTC as a supplement for mood stabilisation and insomnia. It is frequently used as a recovery supplement following the use of MDMA or any other drug that depletes serotonin. Do not mix this drug with anything serotonergic, as this can cause serotonin syndrome.
⚠️ AVOID: Anything which interacts with serotonin. Including SSRIs, MAOIs, DXM, MDMA (during or before)
⚠️ Do not take this while on a serotonergic drug, only afterwards. Wait at least 12 hours following the last dose in the case of MDMA.
Dose Information
Onset, Duration & After-effects
- Onset:
30-60 minutes
- Duration:
4-6 hours
Effects
- sleep aid
- antidepressant
- appetite suppressant
- nausea
- mood stabilising
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