Topic Title: celexa and 5 HTP
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, Tue 19 Aug 08:29
anyone who combined celexa and 5 HTP? celexa is increasing my apetite and i tried 5 HTP before to control it. 5 HTP does work- even 50 mg a day- to control apetite but when i used it with celexa my mood changed and i got depressed so i dropped 5 HTP in 3 days. maybe it was just a coincidence, i don`t know.
any ideas? can 5 HTP cause depression when taken along with SSRIs?
thanx
Posts: 34 | | Registered: Fri 21 Mar 2003 13:29 |
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| | "Re(1):celexa and 5 HTP" , Fri 22 Aug 09:52
5 htp is the precursor to serotonin - which means it will help produce serotonin in your body. Too much serotonin is said to cause problems (serotonin "poisoning") and most everything I have read suggests you do not take 5htp when taking an ssri. Others may disagree but I would recommend doing a little more research before you try taking the two together. You could try talking to a Dr or pharmacist but they may not know much about 5htp (mine didn't) and they are not always pro natural methods of healthcare.
Best,
Denise
Posts: 17 | | Registered: Sun 6 Apr 2003 13:29 |
| | "Re(1):celexa and 5 HTP" , Wed 20 Aug 08:05
I went off Celexa about 5 weeks ago, while it worked great for the depression, I gained weight (only 8-10lbs but still!) and my appetite was out of control. I am going to start SJW. I asked my doctor about 5HTP and she said it can cause liver damage and to stay away from it. Who knows for sure, but thought I'd share my experience.
I wish you luck. Hang in there!
Posts: 0 | | Registered: Wed 20 Aug 2003 8:5 |
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