Long term use of the 5-htp?

Question

I have been using the 5-htp, 50mg twice a day, for 4 months.

I take it for the previous substance abuse, to re-gain the serotonin level.

I think I will take this for a while. But first, I need to know about it's long term use.

Can I just take the 5-htp everyday? Or should I take a "medicine holyday" (taking a break for a certain period time) in between?

Is it okay to take the 5-htp for a long time, like some years or even lifetime?

What else should I know about taking the 5-htp?

Thank you.

Answer 1

it's always good to give your body a break. ween off the 100 mg to only 50mg a day for like two or three weeks...then dont take any for a month and see how you feel. you brain should be able to produce seratonin on its own at this point...

Answer 2

I'm sure you have researched this, but better read this anyway.

http://www.vanderbilt.edu/AnS/psychology/health_psychology/5htp_myth.htm