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I have not read recent literature on 5HTP but I am almost sure it is a precursor of seratonin.
Theoretically it should work but I don't believe research has born that out. Unless your MD
recommends taking it I would suggest dosage change of the Paxil or change to another
antidepressant.  This should be under the care of an MD preferably a psychiatrist who is well-versed
in PD.  Unfortunately antidepressants sometimes lose their effectiveness over time and dosage
adjustments and med changes are necessary.

Re interactions with PD meds the only problem I know is with selegiline.

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Charles T. Meyer,  M.D.
Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin
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