How does 5-HTP work – skipping a dose?
It does not work with the force that Prozac works. 5-HTP like tryptohan is a serotin precursor that improves the quality of sleep. It is far more gentle on the system. I would not ignore your observations. I believe what you are seeing is correct. You would have to use 5-HTP for 4-6 months to determine whether the effect is immediate or long term. At the six month point your son could miss a dose and you could determine whether the effect is immediate or long term. You have to give most natural medicines several months to examine the effect.
