Posted by bookgurl99 on June 27, 2002, at 23:03:26
In reply to Switching to 5htp from Zoloft, but side effects?, posted by geno on June 27, 2002, at 19:41:24
I understand wanting to try a natural remedy. However, two 'sertrenogenic' substances in combination could cause 'seratonin syndrome,' which is potentially life threatening.Symptoms would include flu-like symptoms, sweating, a rash, or very vivid dreams or dream-like states. Even taking something like St. John's Wort or 5-HTP with an AD can cause it.
I would personally suggest getting _off_ the Zoloft first, allowing a week to two weeks to pass to clear the Zoloft through your system, and then adding the 5 HTP. Yes, you may have to deal with some withdrawal from the Zoloft. BUT, far better to deal with that than this complication that comes from mixing serotonin-boosting methods.
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