5-Hydroxytryptophan
MESHD006916
The immediate precursor in the biosynthesis of SEROTONIN from tryptophan. It is used as an antiepileptic and antidepressant.
Synonyms
- 5 Hydroxytryptophan
- 5-HTP
- Oxitriptan
- Oxytryptophan
- Tryptophan, 5-Hydroxy-
- 5-Hydroxy- Tryptophan
- Tryptophan, 5 Hydroxy
- Hydroxytryptophan
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