My friend suggested I could use tryptophan as a substitute. Sorry, I don't know how to spell it.
2006-11-21 04:32:05 · 3 answers · asked by The Gadfly 5 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
an essential amino acid, (C8H6N)CH2CH(NH2)COOH, colorless, crystalline, and aromatic, released from proteins by tryptic digestion and a precursor of serotonin
amytriptilyne
a white crystalline powder, C20H23N, used to treat depression and enuresis.
2006-11-21 04:34:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not even remotely close. Elavil (amytriptyline) is a mood affecting drug. Tryptophan is an amino acid, which is at higher concentrations in turkey and some other protiens. It has a slight tendency to make you drowsy, but shouldn't affect your mood.
2006-11-21 12:36:21 · answer #2 · answered by Radagast97 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just to be safe I would suggest calling a pharmacist or talking to your doctor. I know that amytriptilyine is a medication that you must break from slowly so be careful and only do it under a doctors care.
2006-11-21 12:35:01 · answer #3 · answered by i have no idea 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋