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5 htp

Posted by MoBe on May 29, 2005, at 11:58:27

I have tried many sleep aids, amongst them being remeron, doxylamine, benzodiazapines etc. but I have come back several times to a product called Sleep Plus which is a combination of 5 htp, passion flower and hops. Has anyone used 5 htp long term as a sleep aid and in particular, this combination and care to comment on effectiveness, drawbacks etc. Thanks.

MoBe

Re: 5 htp » MoBe

Posted by Jazzed on June 7, 2005, at 10:04:34

In reply to 5 htp, posted by MoBe on May 29, 2005, at 11:58:27

I use 5 HTP, but even large doses don't make me sleepy, not sure why. I have used it for over two years though, with no ill effects. I use it for mild depression and anxiety. I don't know about the combo you've mentioned. When I need sleep, and am having trouble falling asleep, I use Benedryl or Valerian. I can use the Valerian for about 3 weeks, then have to alternate with the Benedryl, which works really well for me.

Good luck,
Jazzy

Re: 5 htp » Jazzed

Posted by MoBe on June 7, 2005, at 20:03:11

In reply to Re: 5 htp » MoBe, posted by Jazzed on June 7, 2005, at 10:04:34

> I use 5 HTP, but even large doses don't make me sleepy, not sure why. I have used it for over two years though, with no ill effects. I use it for mild depression and anxiety. I don't know about the combo you've mentioned. When I need sleep, and am having trouble falling asleep, I use Benedryl or Valerian. I can use the Valerian for about 3 weeks, then have to alternate with the Benedryl, which works really well for me.
>

Thanks for your reply. I wish I could use Benedryl as I understand it has a shorter half life than doxylamine. Doxylamine works to knock me out but unfortunately it also has a half life of 10 hours.

MoBe
> Good luck,
> Jazzy

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