5-Hydroxytryptophan
Synonyms
2-amino-3-(5-hydroxy-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid
5 Hydroxytryptophan
5-HTP
5-Hydroxy- Tryptophan
Hydroxytryptophan
Oxitriptan
Oxytryptophan
Tryptophan, 5 Hydroxy
Tryptophan, 5-Hydroxy-
The immediate precursor in the biosynthesis of SEROTONIN from tryptophan. It is used as an antiepileptic and antidepressant.