Calculate optimal 5-HTP dosages in milligrams (mg) using your body weight in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lbs). Mild, moderate, and strong 5-HTP dosage options are provided.
Calculate 5-HTP Dosage
Your Dosage Range
Based on your body weight of kg
Mild Dosage
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Moderate Dosage
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Strong Dosage
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5-HTP is a serotonin precursor that increases serotonin production in the brain, which helps regulate mood, sleep, appetite, and pain sensitivity.
How to Take 5-HTP
5-HTP is typically dosed at 50-300 mg daily, often divided into 1-3 doses, preferably taken with food to minimize gastrointestinal side effects, and is commonly used 30 minutes before bedtime for sleep support.