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Compound Profile
L tryptophan has moderate evidence for modest sleep latency reduction.
Evidence level
Preliminary evidence
Typical onset
Varies by prep
Safety rating
Use extra caution: Generally well tolerated caution
Best for
Mood, Sleep
Avoid / review if
Nausea And Serotonin Syndrome Risk, Avoid With SSRIs Or MAOIs., Drowsiness
Review before use if any apply: Nausea And Serotonin Syndrome Risk, Avoid With SSRIs Or MAOIs., Drowsiness.
Tryptophan has a preliminary evidence evidence rating.
Preclinical mechanism details from scientific profiles; these represent plausible pathways but do not guarantee clinical efficacy in humans.
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