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A member asked:

Nature's bounty 5-htp 100mg capsule vs celexa (citalopram). they both have serotonin. so which is better for anxiety? i rather have natural.

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"natural": Unfortunately natural does not necessarily equal safe or effective. Herbals are not subjected to evaluation to make sure that they contain the ingredients that they advertise. In this case i would suggest celexa. Or its generic alternative- citalopram.

Dr Lewis agreed

Answered 4/22/2014

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