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5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan)

Name: 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan)
Brand: GENERIQ Labs, Inc.
SKU: GQ_5HTP.100mg.60
Price: 599.00 PHP
Availability: InStock

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan)

Serotonin Support, Stress Balance, Sleep Quality, Craving Regulation

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Make it easier to unwind, maintain emotional balance, and manage everyday cravings with 5-HTP. Designed for sleep, mood, and appetite support, this focused formula fits naturally into evening routines or daytime wellness plans. A practical option for people seeking calmer nights, steadier moods, and better control over food-related cravings.

DOSAGE DETAILS

SERVING SIZE:
1 Capsule

SERVING CONTENT:

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) | 100mg

DIRECTIONS:
Take preferably on an empty stomach.
For sleep support, take 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime.
For daytime use, take in the morning or before meals.
Take with a small amount of food if needed.

BEST TIME TO TAKE:
Best taken 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime on an empty stomach, or before meals for daytime mood and appetite regulation support.

TOP 3 BENEFITS

Promotes serotonin production and emotional balance
Supports restful sleep and faster sleep onset
Helps regulate appetite and food cravings

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Encourages calmness during daily stress
Supports a stable sleep-wake rhythm
Promotes balanced mood and motivation
Helps manage carbohydrate cravings
Supports mental wellbeing and relaxation

NOTE: Covers additional direct benefits of the supplement, along with secondary health effects that may reasonably arise from its primary physiological actions.

WHAT IT DOES

5-HTP is the direct metabolic precursor to serotonin, the neurotransmitter that regulates mood, appetite, and sleep. Serotonin also supplies the pathway for nighttime melatonin production.

BIOLOGICAL MECHANISM

5-HTP crosses the blood-brain barrier and is converted by aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase into serotonin. Serotonin regulates mood, appetite, and sleep pathways and is further converted into melatonin for circadian signaling.

WORKS WELL WITH

Vitamin B Complex – Supplies vitamin B6 needed for 5-HTP conversion to serotonin
Magnesium Glycinate – Adds magnesium-dependent neuromuscular relaxation for sleep support
L-Theanine – Adds calm-focus signaling without another serotonin precursor

IMMEDIATE RESULTS

Relaxation and easier sleep onset can be felt within 30 to 60 minutes when taken before bedtime.

LONG-TERM RESULTS

Consistent use over 4 to 12 weeks supports steadier mood, improved sleep quality, and more balanced appetite signaling.

DAILY LIMIT & EFFECTS

Do not exceed 2 capsules (200mg 5-HTP) total per day unless advised by a healthcare professional. Higher intake can cause nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, drowsiness, or fatigue.

AVOID COMBINING WITH

SSRIs, SNRIs, MAO inhibitors, tramadol, triptans, or dextromethorphan – Avoid combining because serotonergic activity can become excessive
St. John's wort, tryptophan, or other strong serotonin-enhancing supplements – Avoid combining because serotonergic effects can become excessive
Alcohol, sedative medicines, or other sleep aids – Limit combined use because drowsiness and impaired alertness can increase

USE WITH CAUTION OR AVOID IF

Bipolar disorder or a history of mania – Increased serotonergic activity can destabilize mood
Eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome or unexplained eosinophilia – 5-HTP should not be used without medical evaluation

SCIENTIFIC REFERENCES

Effects of 5-Hydroxytryptophan on Distinct Types of Depression: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31504850/
Double-Blind Study of 5-Hydroxytryptophan Versus Placebo in the Treatment of Primary Fibromyalgia Syndrome – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2193835/
The Impact of 5-Hydroxytryptophan Supplementation on Sleep Quality and Gut Microbiota Composition in Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38309227/