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About This Product

  • Provides mood support
  • Free of gluten, dairy, soy, nuts, sugar, salt, preservatives, and artificial colors or flavors

We all need a little pick-me-up from time to time. Designed to support a positive mood, The Vitamin Shoppe® brand 5-HTP with Vitamin B6 is a great go-to when you're experiencing the occasional blues.

This feel-good formula features 5-hydroxytryptophan—which gets converted into serotonin in the brain, and vitamin B6—which is required for making neurotransmitters like serotonin.

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Directions

Take one (1) capsule up to twice daily, preferably with meals.

Warning

Do not use this product if you are pregnant or nursing or taking any antidepressant medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI's), tricyclic antidepressants or monamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI). Consult your physician prior to use if you have any medical condition or are taking any medications. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Tamper evident. Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing.

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Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Number of Servings: 120 Servings
Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value
Vitamin B6  - (As Pyridoxine Hcl)
588%
Calcium  - (As Dicalcium Phosphate)
8%
L-5-Hydroxytryptophan  - (Griffonia Simplicifolia Extract) (Seed)
N/A*

Other Ingredients:

Gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate.

Does Not Contain:

Preservative Free, Free of Artificial Flavors, Free of Artificial Colors

Specifications

Brand:
The Vitamin Shoppe
Form:
Capsules
Strength:
50 MG
Serving Size:
1 Capsule
Number of Servings:
120 Servings
Price per Serving:
($0.20 / serving)
Product Weight:
3  OZ
Allergens:
Soy Free, Tree Nut Free
Specialty Diets:
Gluten Free ,  Sugar Free ,  Dairy Free ,  Salt Free
Item # :
VS-1691 / 1319948

Product Reviews

13 Ratings
4.8out of 5 stars
13 Ratings

Rated 5 stars by 77% of reviewers

Rated 4 stars by 23% of reviewers

Rated 3 stars by 0% of reviewers

Rated 2 stars by 0% of reviewers

Rated 1 star by 0% of reviewers

Would you recommend?
1-10 of 13 Reviews
Mar 30, 2022
Rated 5 out of 5
Great stuff
It works gif me .. have shared with others.
Purchased on Feb 20, 2022
Oct 19, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5
I would purchase this product again.
I have a situational depression due to a loss in my life. After taking this product I felt like myself again happy, optimistic, my hope came back, and most important I feel healthy again. I'm combining exercise a healthy diet with the pills the only bad part is not so easy on the stomach but I am planning to stop in a month.
Location
Sylmar,Ca
Would you recommend?:Yes
Oct 23, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5
Works to elevate mood naturally....
Works as a supplement to help through symptoms of seasonally affected disorder. The cost is fair.
Location
Langley, BC
Would you recommend?:Yes
Oct 22, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5
Great supplement
Have been taking 5htp for three years and it helps wirh my mood. Was takingPentax before then heard about 5htp. Was happy with the results. I take oneA half hour before I eat my evening meal. This review is written by me and Iwill recieve points for writing it.
Location
Freehold, NJ
Would you recommend?:Yes
Oct 22, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5
Promotes a positive mood
I use 5 htp with B6 in the morning because it helps boost mood and energy especially when seasonal affective disorder occurs.
Location
San Pierre, IN
Would you recommend?:Yes
Sep 29, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5
This is exactly what I needed!
Let me give a backround for anyone who thinks they should try this. I'm 23 and have a great life, I for some reason couldn't ditch having a depressed, negative attitude that was ruining a lot of personal relationships. I consider myself very healthy and conscious, so I knew I was fighting my own mind on something. I started taking these tablets at the suggestion of my wonderful girlfriend and it has completely erased all the negativity from my mind. After taking 2 50mg tablets daily I have a
Location
Hudson Valley, NY
Would you recommend?:Yes
Sep 29, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5
This is exactly what I needed
Let me give a backround for anyone who thinks they should try this. I'm 23 and have a great life, I for some reason couldn't ditch having a depressed, negative attitude that was ruining a lot of personal relationships. I consider myself very healthy and conscious, so I knew I was fighting my own mind on something. I started taking these tablets at the suggestion of my wonderful girlfriend and it has completely erased all the negativity from my mind. After taking 2 50mg tablets daily I have a
Location
Hudson Valley, NY
Would you recommend?:Yes
Nov 29, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5
Good for Fibromyalgia
Although anyone with fibromyalgia knows that what works for one doesn't necessarily work for another, 5-HTP is one of the supplements that has been shown to be most often effective as part of a fibromyalgia treatment plan. For me I have found that 5-HTP has allowed me to drop my Lyrica dose by 25 mg a day and I always use this brand and dose of it. I've found this this one to be consistent and effective, and when I find it to be economical as well, especially when I can get it on the
Location
Undisclosed
Oct 5, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5
5-HTP 50 mg
I began taking 5-HTP because it is said to stop cravings for sweets, etc. It definitely does that. I am a chocoholic and now, I don't even think about it. While I don't find that it improves my sleep (I have never had sleep issues), I do find that it helps my mood and total outlook. I am pre-menopausal and moody so anything that can help me be more normal is a plus! Product is good.. it does what it says it will do.
Location
Undisclosed
Sep 16, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5
Useful sleep aid
I find the 5-HTP very useful as a sleep aid. I use both the 50 mg. size and the 100 mg. size, depending on how much difficulty I'm having with sleep. I also use Melatonin to help me fall asleep, but it's effects don't last all night. The 5-HTP helps me to stay asleep longer.
Location
Undisclosed
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5 Questions
Why did you choose this?

need

anxiety

husband bi polar rapid cycle

Dad needs it

Why should pregnant or nursing women not take it if it is just a vitamin?
does it have time release?

Best Answer:  It doesn't list time release on the label of the product, but I notice when I take it, it takes effect about a 1/2 hour after taking it and lasts for several hours. Hope this helps.

Hi is this safe for children?

Best Answer:  Thank you for allowing me to answer this question.I’m not a physician nor do I have the authority todispense medical advice. Please consult yourphysician about such matters regarding safety.Well wishes to you.

Thanks will do.

My pleasure and children are too valuable toexperiment with so safety and care are essential.My very best to you and your concerns.

How big are these pills?

Best Answer:  Hi KaraRelatively speaking, the 5-HTP are medium size capsules that are not terribly difficult to swallow(I have swallowing issues and I am able to get these down easily with applesauce.Hope this helpsTheresa

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