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Ive bought 5-htp tablets to help with anxiety and stress. is this safe?
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5-HTP: I am not a medical doctor -so take what I say with that in mind. I would not suggest taking the 5-HTP. We never really know how much of these supplements are comprised of the active ingredients on their labels. If 5-HTP is supposed to increase Serotonin, and you are not deficient in that neural transmitter, it could cause more anxiety. Speak to your PCP. If you need help let them prescribe a med.
Answered 5/30/2018
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