Name: 5 HTPN (100mg)
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy

5 HTPN (100mg) is a nutriceutical agent, prescribed for depression along with other medications. It is an essential amino acid in human diet needed for normal growth.

5 HTPN (100mg) Capsule Molekule India Pvt. Ltd. Generic : Tryptophan	₹ 99.50 100mg 10 Capsules

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Drug information on 5 HTPN (100mg) (Tryptophan) from Molekule India Pvt. Ltd.

Drug Name : Tryptophan

Tryptophan(Tryptan) generic 5 HTPN (100mg) is a nutriceutical agent, prescribed for depression along with other medications. It is an essential amino acid in human diet needed for normal growth.
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Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Medical condition(s) for which 5 HTPN (100mg) may be prescribed

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Depression

Munchausen Syndrome

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Adult: PO- As L-tryptophan: The recommended dose is 1 g 3 times/day. Max: 6 g/day.

Side effects of 5 HTPN (100mg)

Nausea, headache, lightheadedness, drowsiness and eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome.

How to use 5 HTPN (100mg)?

It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with food.

When Should 5 HTPN (100mg) not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome, and hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for 5 HTPN (100mg)

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, elderly, suicidal thoughts, depression, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.

Other Precautions for 5 HTPN (100mg)

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for 5 HTPN (100mg)

Store it at room temperature.

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