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A member asked:
Can i take whey protein while on 100mg of sertraline or is the tryptophan content too high?
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Brand: You are wise to query this, since tryptophan content varies in different preparations, and since it is the precursor to serotonin, you do want to be careful when taking Zoloft. The general rule is to avoid taking tryptophan supplements when on these drugs, but if the amounts are modest, they can be acceptable. Visit your doctor with the supplement that you are considering for a discussion.
Answered 5/6/2017
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Doses?: I'd caution based upon your total whey intake, though generally this should be safe. Of course speak to your prescribing doctor about the concern for safety.
Answered 5/6/2017
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