Tryptophan (Oral Route)

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Precautions

It is important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits, to allow dosage adjustments and help reduce any side effects.

This medicine may cause some people to become drowsy, dizzy, or less alert than they are normally. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are dizzy or are not alert.

This medicine may cause dryness of the mouth. Using sugarless candy or gum, ice, or a saliva substitute may be helpful. Check with your physician or dentist if dry mouth continues for more than 2 weeks.

Avoid excessive exposure to ultraviolet light to reduce the chance of cataract formation.

Side Effects Proper Use
DR600825 Portions of this document last updated: Dec. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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