5-HTP
Natural health product licensed in Canada
- Licence holder
- Phytogenics Inc.
- NPN or DIN-HM
- 80064598
- Status
- Active licence
- Licence date
- 15 October 2015
- Revision date
- Not provided
- Form
- Capsule
- Route of administration
- Orale
- Application type
- Officinale
If this product were sold in France
No point flagged by the rules we apply.
A daily quantity is calculated only for an explicit adult oral dosage, stated per day and in a solid unit matching the product form. Ambiguous units, liquids, powders and paediatric doses are not extrapolated. A quantity not calculated is not compared with dose limits. This analysis does not constitute authorisation for sale in France or an assessment of safety or efficacy.
Composition
| Medicinal ingredient and source | Per dosage unit, according to the source | Maximum per day, adult |
|---|---|---|
| L-5-hydroxytryptophane Source : Griffonia simplicifolia, graine | 100 milligramme | Not calculated |
Non-medicinal ingredients
Hypromellose, Farine de riz brun
Recommended doses in Canada
| Population | Age | Quantity per serving | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adultes | Not specified | minimum: 1 Capsule ; maximum: 3 Capsule | minimum: 1 Tous les jours ; maximum: 4 Tous les jours |
Uses authorised in Canada
Helps to promote healthy mood balance (1 capsule, 3 times per day) Helps to relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia (1 capsule, 3-4 times per day) Helps to reduce the severity and duration of migraine headaches when taken as a prophylactic (1-2 capsules, 2-3 times per day) To be used with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity (if possible) to help in weight management by reducing carbohydrate cravings (3 capsules, 3 times per day) Used as a sleep aid (1 to 2 capsules).
A use authorised in Canada is not an authorised health claim in the European Union. See the health claims register.
Warnings in Canada
- Précautions et mises en garde
Sleep aid: Consult a health care practitioner if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 3 weeks (chronic insomnia) All uses: Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking carbidopa or drugs/supplements with serotonergic activity. These may include, but are not limited to, L-tryptophan, S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), St. John's wort, antidepressants, pain killers, over the counter cough and cold medication containing dextromethorphan, anti-nausea medication and anti-migraine medication Discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner if you show signs of weakness, oral ulcers, or abdominal pain accompanied by severe muscle pain or if you experience skin changes.
- Effets indésirables connus
Some people may experience drowsiness. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness Some people may experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
- Contre-indications
Do not use if you have scleroderma.
Source
Official Health Canada record, licence 80064598
Licensed Natural Health Products Database (LNHPD), Health Canada: licensed products, ingredients, doses, uses and risks, retrieved 27 October 2026.
Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada (Health Canada, LNHPD)
Licence du gouvernement ouvert – Canada 2.0 (OGL-Canada 2.0)
The formula sold in Europe under the same name may differ. This information does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist.
The evidence date of this ingredient list is unknown.
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