Pure Encapsulations
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) 50 mg
Amino acid/Protein180 servings
The dose here lands inside the range studies actually used.
Dose At dose vs. studied dose
- Gluten Free
How it scores
What's in it, judged
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule(s)
180 per container
- 5-HTP 50 mg †
† Daily Value not established
Other ingredients: Plant Fiber, Cellulose, Water.
Recommendations: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-4 times daily, before meals, or as directed by a health professional.
Reported interactions
- Interacts with:
- Antidepressants ·Nialamide ·Moclobemide ·Clomipramine ·Carbidopa ·Amitriptyline
- Side effects:
- Vomiting ·Nausea ·Serotonin syndrome
From research databases. Not medical advice — talk to your physician.
Is it dosed to do anything?
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5-HTP
At the studied dose50 mg / day studies used 50-200 mg · 16 studies
What 5-HTP is good for
- Anxiety symptomsC
Fewer anxiety symptoms
Mood & depression
- Appetite controlC
Satiety and appetite control
Weight management
- Body weightC
Body weight
Weight management
- Carbohydrates in dietC
Daily carbohydrate intake
Weight management
- Depression severityC
Less severe depression
Mood & depression
Pure Encapsulations
78/100Pure Encapsulations shows a strong quality posture and solid transparency, supporting a trustworthy premium-brand profile with no material red flags identified.
- ✓ NSF certified
- ✓ Third-party tested
- ✓ Effective dosing
- ✓ Premium ingredients
- ✓ Research-backed
