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"how long do the effects last?" , Thu 5 May 11:54

I wanted some different opinions on how long the effects are supposed to last after taking a does of 5htp. It makes me sleepy during the day but I'm afraid if I only take it at night, the effects will be worn off by morning.
Thanks for the input.

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"Re(1):how long do the effects last?" , Mon 9 May 14:59

The effects last only a couple hours when just beginning, but when serotoin stores begin to normalize the effects will last indefinitely as long as you take a small amount per day. Also, try taking l-tyrosine and/or l-theanine, which will increase dopamine and norepinephrine (adrenaline). All of them work synergistically.

I would take 5-htp throuhout the day as needed and you can take up to 600mgs/day. I find that the mornings are more stressful (natural rise in cortisol during sleep) so I take more in the morning and less in the afternoon. For instance, if you were taking 600mgs/day you might want to take 400mgs in the morning and 200mgs in the afternoon. If lessor doses work, then adjust accordingly. Take 2000-3000mgs of l-tyrosine.

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