Fluxotine

[Maggie69]

Hi thank you for having me on this page x I have been on fluoxetine 20mgs for over 20 years but it was suggested I try 5-HTP. 100 mg .i have been tapering off my fluoxetine for two weeks now but I feel really down ( I have been shielding since January as well) can I please ask if anyone has tried 5-HTP please advice etc greatly appreciated TIA x

[Joonbug]

I started 200mg of 5 HTP 2 weeks ago. I am shocked how fast it has worked. I felt its effects almost immediately. I have noticed a huge difference so I will keep the dose the same. I use one that is enteric coated and I have had no unpleasant side effects

[Maggie69 in reply to Joonbug]

Thank you I have weaned myself off the fluoxetine ( which I took for over 20 years) and now take 1x200mgs at 6am and the morning and 1x200mgs at 6pm and feeling great xxxx