L-Tryptophan
Drug name
L-Tryptophan
Drug Uses
L-Tryptophan helps in enhancing your mood and improving your sleep
How Taken
Take one to two capsules regularly. For effective absorption, don’t take it with protein rich foods or dietary supplements containing amino acids or protein
Drug Class and Mechanism
You need to sleep well in order to maintain adequate health. A good sleep improves your ability to function properly throughout the day. Your body needs adequate sleep for regenerating as well as repairing important bodily functions, helping you to feel refreshed in the process. This medicated drug can be termed a vital nutrient that helps you to sleep peacefully with the help of a couple of mechanisms. Additionally, it also helps in lowering the amount of time you take for falling asleep, thereby rejuvenating your body in the process.
It may also benefit people engaged in weight loss diets and programs by lowering their carbohydrate cravings. If you are on a diet then you will find that the serotonin level will fall dramatically. Serotonin plays a viable role in managing appetite and consuming foods containing rich source of carbohydrate increases the levels of serotonin in your brain. This may explicate carbohydrate cravings and lead to binge eating in case of some dieters.
Missed Dose
In case you miss any one of your doses, prefer taking it as soon as you remember. If it’s almost the time for the next dosage then skip your missed dose and start off afresh with your routine dosing plan. Avoid taking two dosages at a single go.
Storage
L-Tryptophan should be stored at room temperature, say in between 68 - 77 degrees F or 20 - 25 degrees C. Store away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep it at a safe distance from children and pets.
Warnings Precautions
Patients with hypertension should consult their doctor before taking it.
Possible Side Effects
This medicated drug doesn’t have any side effects if it is taken as per the dosage recommended by the doctor.
More Information
Avoid taking this medicine during lactation or pregnancy. People taking antidepressant drugs need to consult their doctor before taking this medicine.