5-HTP 100 mg®

Amino Acids & Protein

Brand: Physician's Preference

CapsuleAmino acid/ProteinOff Market
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Net Contents

120 Vcap(s)(R)

Serving Size

1 Vegetarian Capsule(s)

Servings Per Container

120

Supplement Form

Capsule

Bar Code (UPC/SKU)

8 11749 01013 3

Product Version

Not Present

Label Analysis

Objective insights generated automatically from the official DSLD label — a quick, factual read of how this product is formulated and disclosed.

1Active Ingredients

Single-ingredient formula listed in Supplement Facts.

100%Amount Transparency

Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.

2Dietary Attributes

Label states: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free.

This analysis is generated algorithmically from label data for educational reference only. It is not a product endorsement, ranking, or medical advice.

Allergen Guide

Contains

  • Milk
  • Egg
  • Shellfish
  • Wheat
  • Soy
  • Gluten

Allergen flags are parsed automatically from the official label's claims and statements. Always verify against the physical product label before use, especially if you have a severe allergy.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) · 1 per day

IngredientAmount Per Serving
5-HTP(Griffonia simplicifolia)100 mg—

Not Present

Other Ingredients

Rice FlourCellulose

Target Groups

VegetarianAdult (18 - 50 Years)Gluten FreeDairy FreeSugar Free

Label Claims

All Other

Directions & Suggested Use

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, take 1 Vcap(R) daily, preferably on an empty stomach at bedtime.

Warnings & Precautions

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications

Warning: If you are currently taking antidepressant medications, please consult a physician prior to use.

Precautions re: All Other

May cause drowsiness.

Formulation

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

Contains no sugar, salt, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives.

Formulation re: Vegetarian/Vegan

VEGETARIAN FORMULA

Formula re: Contains

Natural Source 5-hydroxytryptophan

FDA Statements

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Other Label Statements

Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM)

Vcaps(R) is a registered trademark of Capsugel.

General Statements: All Other Content

Daily Essentials

General Statements: All Other Content

Griffonia simplicifolia is an African plant is extracted to produce 5-HTP, the intermediate metabolite between the amino acid L-tryptophan and serotonin.

Manufacturer & Distributor

Manufacturer

Physician's Preference(R)

20214 Braidwood Dr., Ste. 160, Katy, TX, 77450

1 (800) 579-6545

Market Reference

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Research & Studies

  • Complementary and integrative medicine, DSM-5, and clinical decision making

    PL Gerbarg, RP Brown, PR Muskin - … and Integrative Treatments …, 2017 - books.google.com

    … , such as 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HTP) and chamomile. For … This process is crucial to the patient-physician relationship … conventional treatments, patient preference and the reasons why …

    20175 citations
  • Mood improving potential of a vitamin trace element composition—a randomized, double blind, placebo controlled clinical study with healthy volunteers

    C Muss, W Mosgoeller, T Endler - Neuroendocrinology Letters, 2016 - nel.edu

    … Tryptophan and its metabolite 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), crosses … In case of niacin deficiency tryptophan is the preferred … according to protocol by medical physicians. Volunteers with …

    201621 citations
  • Whole-genome sequencing for optimized patient management

    MN Bainbridge, W Wiszniewski, DR Murdock… - Science translational …, 2011 - science.org

    … Moreover, supplementation with 5-HTP potentially allows … in this study prompted administration of 5-HTP as a prelude to … by a single physician (JF), who initiated therapy with 5-HTP, in …

    2011368 citations
  • Nature's Road to Recovery: Nutritional Supplements for the Recovering Alcoholic, Chemical-dependent, and the Social Drinker

    B Ley-Jacobs, BM Ley - 1999 - books.google.com

    … your doctor for any illness or medical … , 5-HTP is readily available over the counter at health food stores and pharmacies. Some authorities, such as Othniel Seiden, MD author of 5-HTP, …

    1999
  • Current Role of Herbal and Natural

    D Mischoulon, MH Rapaport - Antidepressants: From Biogenic …, 2019 - books.google.com

    … physicians who are treating patients with a high risk or history of cancer should carefully weigh the risks and benefits of folate supplementation … 5-HTP is typically started at 50 mg three …

    2019
  • Evidence-based complementary, alternative and integrated medicine and efficacy and safety: Depressive disorders

    YM Al-Worafi, N Kifli, WM Alsergi, SM Ali… - Handbook of …, 2025 - api.taylorfrancis.com

    … healthcare, with physicians and psychiatrists recommending therapies like mindfulness, acupuncture, or herbal supplements … Use: 5‑HTP is commonly taken in doses of 100–300 mg/day…

    2025

Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2012-07-25. DSLD Label ID: 11062. This information is provided for educational reference only and is not medical advice. Always follow the product label and consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.