A member asked:

5htp - been taking 50mg morning and 100mg at night for 8 weeks for mild anxiety. can i just stop this medication or do i need to slowly taper down? limited effect (if any) so just want to stop med.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

CONSULT PRESCRIBER.: It is better to consult with the doctor who prescribed the medication. He has the reason to give that medication and he should decide whether to stop or continue.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Taper down : It is better to taper down than stop abruptly in my opinion.

Answered 5/2/2013

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