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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
A Label Compliance Grade

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Label Data

1 Chewable Tablet(s) Serving Size
Amino acid/Protein Product Type
100% Evidence Coverage

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

📊 Market median: 100.0mg (116 products) 📚 15 studies (Tier A: 0, B: 3)
This product: 100mg

Other Ingredients

Xylitol Microcrystalline Cellulose Natural Flavors Stearic Acid Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Silicon Dioxide Citric Acid Annatto seed extract

Label Claims — Verification

Nutrient
All Other
Structure/Function
All Other (99% of products) Structure/Function (78% of products) Nutrient (52% of products)

Target Groups

Vegan Vegetarian Adult (18 - 50 Years) Kosher Gluten Free Dairy Free

Product Information

📋 Directions for Use

Suggested Usage: Take 1 chewable tablet daily, preferably on an empty stomach at bedtime.

⚠️ Warnings & Precautions

Caution: For adults only.

Not recommended for pregnant/nursing women. Consult physician if taking medications (especially antidepressants), or have a medical condition.

May cause drowsiness and mild transient GI symptoms. Take with food in case of GI upset.

Keep out of reach of children.

Contains Xylitol, which is harmful to pets.

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

🧪 Formulation Notes

5-HTP, the intermediate metabolite between the amino acid tryptophan and serotonin, is extracted from the seed of an African plant (Griffonia simplicifolia).

Contains Xylitol, which is harmful to pets.

Triangle K

Vegetarian/Vegan

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

Additional Information

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Neurotransmitter Support Supports a Positive Mood

Triangle K

Amino Acids Family owned since 1968.

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

GMP Quality Assured

Product Details

UPC / SKU 7 33739 00109 2
DSLD Entry Date 2019-07-24
Product Type Amino acid/Protein
Form Tablet or Pill
Brand NOW
DSLD ID 204653
Data Updated 2026-04-11

Research Evidence

21 Research Sources
53 Avg Quality Score
11 Systematic Review
6 Rct
4 Meta Analysis
B Combination pharmacotherapy for the treatment of fibromyalgia in adults
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018
B Tryptophan and 5-hydroxytryptophan for depression
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2001
B Tryptophan and 5-hydroxytryptophan for depression
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2002
B The impact of 5-hydroxytryptophan supplementation on sleep quality and gut microbiota composition in older adults: A randomized controlled trial
Rct Clinical nutrition (Edinburgh, Scotland) 2024
B The Impact of 5-Hydroxytryptophan Supplementation on Cognitive Function and Mood in Singapore Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Rct Nutrients 2025
B The Efficacy of Different Triptans for the Treatment of Acute Headache in Pediatric Migraine: A Systematic Review
Systematic Review Indian pediatrics 2023
B The effect of therapeutic massage combined with conventional therapy in children with functional dyspepsia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Systematic Review Frontiers in pharmacology 2025
C Sleep disorders in children
Systematic Review BMJ clinical evidence 2010
C Effects of 5-hydroxytryptophan on distinct types of depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Nutrition reviews 2020
C Investigating genetic links between biological aging and adverse pregnancy outcomes
Meta Analysis Biogerontology 2025
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