Question 1

is taking l-tyrosine for adhd safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

: It is best you not take it till you discuss it with your doc &amp; Obgyn.

Question 2

i take adderall xr for adhd. should i be taking l-tyrosine at the end of the day or before i take my meds? i read that my meds can deplete my natural dopamine levels and that tyrosine can help with this?

Accepted Answer

: No, you do not need to take L-tyroxine supplement which only costs your wallet, no extra benefits. Take care.

Question 3

what are the uses for l-tyrosine and 5-htp?

Accepted Answer

Alertness, and Sleep: L-tyrosine is a stimulatory neurotransmitter precursor.  5htp is an inhibitory neurotransmitter precursor.  Both may be helpful as antidepressants when appropriately used.  L-tyrosine is best taken in the morning or during the day; 5htp is best taken (in high doses--150 mg) at bedtime, or lower doses (50 mg) during the day.

Question 4

does l-tyrosine help with hypothyroidism?

Accepted Answer

No: You may be referring to , however, levothyroxine which is the treatment for hypothyroidism.  L-tyrosine is an Amino Acid which the body uses to make proteins.

Question 5

can i take l tyrosine while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is no problem with taking this.

Question 6

do l-tyrosine supplements contain tyramine?

Accepted Answer

They shouldn't if...: There is good quality control but the tyrosine can be metabolized in the body to tyramine by a process called decarboxylation.

Question 7

how much l tyrosine should i take for hypothyroidism?

Accepted Answer

No need for extra: The treatment for hypothyroidism is replacement of thyroid hormone; there is no reason to take other supplements such as tyrosine the hypothyroidism is treated appropriately.

Question 8

how much l tyrosine should i take for thyroid safely a day?

Accepted Answer

No need for extra: The treatment for hypothyroidism is replacement of thyroid hormone; there is no reason to take other supplements such as tyrosine the hypothyroidism is treated appropriately.

Question 9

can i take l-tyrosine as i am on 150mg of sertraline daily?

Accepted Answer

Yes...but: careful not to take too much. Watch for signs of serotoneric syndrome (confusion, elevated heart rate and temperature, and muscle stiffness.)

Question 10

what is l-tyrosine? is it a good supplement to improve alertness?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: A few studies have shown that if you are under significant stress it may help alertness.  Otherwise no.  It is not an essential amino acid.  Your body can make it from another amino acid, so unlikely you are deficient in it.  Hope this was helpful.  Thanks for using Healthtap.  Dr R

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

L tyrosine adhd

A member asked:

Is taking l-tyrosine for adhd safe during pregnancy?

A member asked:

I take adderall xr for adhd. should i be taking l-tyrosine at the end of the day or before i take my meds? i read that my meds can deplete my natural dopamine levels and that tyrosine can help with this?

A member asked:

What are the uses for l-tyrosine and 5-htp?

A member asked:

Does l-tyrosine help with hypothyroidism?

A member asked:

Can i take l tyrosine while breastfeeding?

A member asked:

Do l-tyrosine supplements contain tyramine?

A member asked:

How much l tyrosine should i take for hypothyroidism?

A member asked:

How much l tyrosine should i take for thyroid safely a day?

A member asked:

Can i take l-tyrosine as i am on 150mg of sertraline daily?

A member asked:

What is l-tyrosine? is it a good supplement to improve alertness?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?