Can NOW Supplements 5-HTP Help with Multiple Sclerosis?

Last update

5/4/2026

Reviewed By

🩺 Dr. Talia Klein

Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE

No researches found

N/A

USERS' SCORE

Good

Based on 2 Reviews

8.4

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Veg Capsule

Amount Per Serving

%DV

5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) (from Griffonia simplicifolia Extract) (Seed)

100 mg

Most Useful Reviews

Manages fatigue well

1 people found this helpful

5-HTP helps me manage fatigue associated with multiple sclerosis. I suffer from significant fatigue due to my condition, and 5-HTP is essential for maintaining my performance at work without feeling excessively tired. I wholeheartedly recommend it.

7.5

Improves sleep quality

3 people found this helpful

I have always struggled with sleep and have tried numerous remedies. Upon taking 5-HTP before bed, I experienced much improved and more restful sleep, better mood, and reduced stress levels. This supplement made me realise that my serotonin levels were likely unbalanced, leading to my significant sleep improvements. While it’s certainly worth trying, I advise consulting a healthcare professional beforehand. Some individuals combine it with green tea, which has potential benefits, but I advise caution due to concerns regarding liver damage.