Jamieson 5-HTP 100mg is a natural, gentle-on-the-stomach dietary supplement. Derived from the African plant Griffonia simplicifolia, each caplet works to support healthy serotonin levels in the brain. It is widely used to promote balanced moods, improve sleep quality, and relieve stress.
Product Specification
- Active Ingredient: 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) (100 mg per caplet).
- Source Origin: Naturally extracted from the seeds of the native African medicinal plant Griffonia simplicifolia.
- Therapeutic Class: Nutritional neurotransmitter precursor / Mood and sleep support.
- Formulation Safeguards: Formulated to be highly gentle on the stomach. It is non-GMO and free from gluten, lactose, starch, and artificial flavors.
- Pack Size: 1 bottle containing 90 caplets (yielding up to a 1-to-3 month supply depending on individual clinical dosing aims).
How to Use
- Always coordinate your supplement intake cycles with a healthcare practitioner if you are managing long-term neurological or emotional imbalances.
- 1. Standard Clinical Dosage: For adults, take 1 caplet 3 times daily (totaling 300 mg per day).
- 2. Meal Coordination Rule: Always take each caplet directly with a meal or immediately after eating to completely eliminate any minor baseline nausea.
- 3. Therapeutic Timeline Expectations:
- o For Mood and Stress Support: Must be taken consistently for a minimum of 1 week to accumulate sufficient neurological balance and produce visible positive effects.
- o For Fibromyalgia Relief: Must be taken continuously for a minimum of 2 weeks to see physical improvements in muscle stiffness and comfort.
- 4. Usage Limits: Consult a physician before continuing use beyond 1 year
Precautions & Disclaimer
- • The Serotonin Syndrome Absolute Danger (Critical Guardrail): Never take 5-HTP if you are currently taking prescription psychiatric medications, particularly SSRIs (e.g., Fluoxetine/Prozac, Escitalopram), SNRIs, Tricyclic Antidepressants, or MAOIs. Forcing your brain to process 5-HTP alongside antidepressants can cause a sudden, life-threatening toxic excess of serotonin called Serotonin Syndrome. Symptoms include high fever, heavy shivering, sudden confusion, rapid heart rates, and severe muscle twitching or rigidity.
- • Carbidopa/Parkinson's Disease Interaction: Completely contraindicated if you take Carbidopa or Madopar for Parkinson's disease, as the combination can lead to structural skin thickening and systemic toxicities.
- • Drowsiness Alert: Because it aids melatonin production, 5-HTP can cause mild drowsiness or relaxation. Avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or drinking alcohol until you understand exactly how it impacts your personal alertness levels.
- • Pregnancy & Lactation: Avoid use if you are currently pregnant or breastfeeding, as there is insufficient safety data regarding 5-HTP exposure in developing fetuses and infants.
- • Storage Rules: Keep the bottle tightly capped and store it at room temperature between 15°C and 25°C. Keep it safely locked away out of the reach of children.
