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L-Tryptophan 1000 mg

NOWUpdated April 2026

This product has been discontinued. Label data shown is from the last available version.

Product Information

Brand
NOW
Form
Tablet or Pill
UPC
7 33739 00169 6
Product Type
Amino acid/Protein
DSLD Entry Date
2012-10-01

Target Groups

VeganVegetarianAdult (18 - 50 Years)Gluten FreeDairy Free

All Ingredients

IngredientAmount% DV
L-Tryptophan1 g

† Daily Value not established.

Label Statements

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

Precautions re: Allergies

Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM)

NOW(R) L-Tryptophan is Pharmaceutical Grade. NOW(R) Double Strength L-Tryptophan has twice the L-Tryptophan (1000 mg per tablet) as in our regular strength product (500 mg per capsule).

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

General Statements: All Other Content

Please Recycle.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

SUGGESTED USAGE: As a dietary supplement, take 1 tablet 1 to 3 times daily on an empty stomach or as directed by your physician. Best used at bedtime. Consider taking these other NOW(R) products: Inositol and Magnesium.

General Statements: All Other Content

L-Tryptophan is an essential amino acid important in human nutrition for the synthesis of melatonin and serotonin, hormones regulating mood and stress response. L-Tryptophan helps support relaxation, sleep, positive mood and immune function.* As an essential amino acid, it is not synthesized by the body and must be obtained from the diet.

Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM)

NOW(R) L-Tryptophan is pharmaceutically pure - every lot is tested to be free of Peak E and microbial contamination.

Precautions re: All Other

Caution: For adults only.

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication (especially anti-depressant medications such as SSRI’s or MAOI’s), or have a medical condition.

Precautions re: All Other

May cause drowsiness.

Precautions re: Children

Keep out of reach of children.

Precautions re: All Other

Do Not Eat Freshness Packet. Keep in Bottle.

General Statements: All Other Content

TABLET SIZE Made in the USA

General Statements: All Other Content

SUPPORTS RELAXATION

General Statements: All Other Content

• Fast-Acting Disintegration • Encourages Positive Mood • Promotes Restful Sleep* PHARMACEUTICAL GRADE

FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Formulation re: Vegetarian/Vegan

Vegetarian/Vegan

Seals/Symbols

GMP QUALITY ASSURED

General Statements: All Other Content

For more product information visit www.nowfoods.com/0169

FDA Disclaimer Statement

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

General: Product/Version Code

CODE 0169 V2

Supplement Facts Panel

Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Tablet(s)
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value*
L-Tryptophan
1 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

† Daily Value not established.

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