I've been taking 5-HTP 50 mg which I purchased at my local drug chain for $18.00 I have heard so many confusing opinions about it. I read that it should be taken on an empty stomach 2 hours before a protein meal. Or taken with a carb like orange juice...I'm not doing that! Or it should be taken with vit B6 & 12 and C in order for it to work....but I can't have a multi on an empty stomach???????????????????????????? I heard it should be taken 2 x a day but also heard 100 mg are dangerous.

I decided to chalk off the loss ($18.00) and see a Doc for a prescription antidepressent but I haven't had any luck in the past with any of them.

Anyone here have any luck with taking 5 HTP??