Tryptophan
- Generic Name
- Tryptophan
- Brand Names
- Aminosyn II 7 %, Nephramine, Sulfite-free, Travasol 10, Plenamine, Aminosyn-PF 7%, Hepatamine 8, Clinisol 15, Trophamine 10 %, Clinimix 2.75/5, Freamine III 10, Primene, Prosol, Procalamine 3, Tryptan, Clinimix E 2.75/5, Olimel, Freamine 6.9, Premasol, Periolimel
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C11H12N2O2
- CAS Number
- 73-22-3
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 8DUH1N11BX
Overview
An essential amino acid that is necessary for normal growth in infants and for nitrogen balance in adults. It is a precursor of indole alkaloids in plants. It is a precursor of serotonin (hence its use as an antidepressant and sleep aid). It can be a precursor to niacin, albeit inefficiently, in mammals.
Background
An essential amino acid that is necessary for normal growth in infants and for nitrogen balance in adults. It is a precursor of indole alkaloids in plants. It is a precursor of serotonin (hence its use as an antidepressant and sleep aid). It can be a precursor to niacin, albeit inefficiently, in mammals.
Indication
Tryptophan may be useful in increasing serotonin production, promoting healthy sleep, managing depression by enhancing mental and emotional well-being, managing pain tolerance, and managing weight.
Associated Conditions
- Renal Failure, Chronic Renal Failure
- Depression
- Acute Renal Failure (ARF)
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