{"product_id":"now-5-htp-50-mg-90-vcaps","title":"NOW 5HTP (50 mg - 90 vcaps)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOW - 5-HTP - 90 veggie Capsule(s) - NPN : 80005234\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5-HTP, the intermediate metabolite between the amino acid L-tryptophan and serotonin, is extracted from the seed of an African plant (Griffonia simplicifolia). 5-HTP readily crosses the blood-brain barrier and increases central nervous system (CNS) synthesis of serotonin. Serotonin can affect sleep, and many other important biological functions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIRECTIONS \u0026amp; USE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdult Dosage: Take 2-4 capsules daily, 30-45 minutes before bedtime with food.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAUTIONS \u0026amp; NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you are taking carbidopa or drugs\/supplements with serotonergic activity. These may include, but are not limited to, L-tryptophan, S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), St. John's wort, antidepressants, pain killers, over the counter cough and cold medication containing dextromethorphan, anti-nausea medication and anti-migraine medication. \u003cbr\u003eDiscontinue use and consult a health care practitioner if you show signs of weakness, oral ulcers, or abdominal pain accompanied by severe muscle pain, or if you experience skin changes or if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 3 weeks (chronic insomnia). \u003cbr\u003eConsult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. \u003cbr\u003eDo not use if you have scleroderma. \u003cbr\u003eExercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness. \u003cbr\u003eSome people may experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain and drowsiness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e     Each capsule contains:\u003cbr\u003eL-5-HTP (L-5-Hydroxytryptophan)(Griffonia simplicifolia)(Seed) 50 mg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNon-Medicinal Ingredients: \u003cbr\u003eWhite Rice Flour, Veg Capsule (hypromellose, water).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45218858369071,"sku":"28927701","price":13.79,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/2885\/1247\/files\/733739800992_f5a76161-c288-4c1b-b2ff-2c561e8f3dba.jpg?v=1776622013","url":"https:\/\/mychoicenaturally.ca\/products\/now-5-htp-50-mg-90-vcaps","provider":"My Choice Naturally","version":"1.0","type":"link"}