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I've been on 200mgs of 5htp for about 2 months but i'm switching to zoloft. how long do i have to discontinue the 5htp before i can start 25mg zoloft?

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Wait 5 days: By 5 days, the 5HTP will be no longer be a concern.

Answered 2/13/2017

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