L-Tryptophan

GPTKB entity

Statements (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:protein
gptkbp:casnumber 73-22-3
gptkbp:chemical_formula C11 H12 N2 O2
gptkbp:clinical_use treatment of depression
treatment of anxiety
improving sleep quality
treatment of insomnia
supporting mood
gptkbp:composed_by from phenylalanine
from tryptophan decarboxylase
from tryptophan hydroxylase
gptkbp:daily_recommended_intake 250-425 mg
gptkbp:ecological_role neurotransmitter synthesis
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label L-Tryptophan
gptkbp:ingredients gptkb:tablet
gptkb:capsule
powder
gptkbp:interacts_with gptkb:St._John's_Wort
MAOIs
SSRIs
sedatives
tramadol
gptkbp:is_found_in protein-rich foods
gptkbp:mass 204.23 g/mol
gptkbp:metabolism liver
gptkbp:regulatory_compliance FDA approved as a dietary supplement
not approved as a drug for depression
gptkbp:related_products gptkb:Serotonin
gptkb:Melatonin
5-Hydroxytryptophan
gptkbp:role precursor to melatonin
precursor to serotonin
gptkbp:side_effect dizziness
nausea
stomach upset
drowsiness
dry mouth
gptkbp:source gptkb:chicken
gptkb:Turkey
gptkb:fish
gptkb:milk
seeds
nuts
eggs
legumes
soy products
gptkbp:symptoms gptkb:depression
anxiety
insomnia
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Weider_Amino_Acids
gptkbp:bfsLayer 9