By the way I think the dosage will vary from person to person and will be based on what it is used for. I've read the most common dosage is 100mg per day, but I've heard of dosages as high as 600mg-1200mg per day. Do your homework before deciding on a dosage.
Yes it is over the counter: Here is more info on 5-htp:
What it is
5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the body and is the final step in the production of the neurotransmitter serotonin, an important chemical that’s responsible for many of the brain impulses...
Re: What it actually is...
Just because YOU had a bad experience with it doesn't mean it's bunk. It's worked for me better than Accutane has, and without side effects. People respond differently to it.
I believe 3 teaspoons equals 10 grams. They recommend you use 10 grams a day for the first month, then maintain at a lower dose. I use 1 teaspoon for maintenance, which is 3-3.5 grams.
No one is answering because the questions have been asked 500 times. Do searches before you ask questions--you will find your answer.
I use a heatless kit.
I did it for approximately 2 and a half weeks. I bumped it up to 400mg at the tail end. I had other assistance also though: T3, ECA, and 37.5mg Fina ed. I also did light cardio a couple times a week. I lost about 15 pounds, not much of which was muscle.
Has anyone successfully used this stuff to get rid of stretch marks? I have a few pretty bad stretch marks near my left armpit from benching. I know they won't go away entirely except with time, but will Mederma fade them at all?