Posted by Optimist on October 3, 2004, at 12:53:27
In reply to Re: 4 Weeks into SJW 2 Weeks Post Ceasing Effexor » raybakes, posted by laurie_lu on September 27, 2004, at 22:05:22
> 5-HTP has caught my attention over the last couple days and I'm not sure what to think of it. Should I stop the SJW and go with 5-HTP or use them both? There seems to be two opposing opinions on mixing the two. Some say it is fine while others say it will cause Seritonin Syndrome.
I would suggest taking SJW and 5-HTP together. The 5-HTP works best if taken with juice on an empty stomach. The sugar/insulin helps transport the 5-HTP to the brain. Just start with low doses first then work your way up. If you start small there shouldn't be a problem with serotonin syndrome. I never had any problems with it.
Concerning SJW as having MAOi properties, there is some debate about that. If it does have those properties it is very mild and you don't have to worry about any food restrictions with it.
Good luck.
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