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5-hydroxytryptophan and Anorexia

5-hydroxytryptophan has been researched along with Anorexia in 2 studies

5-Hydroxytryptophan: The immediate precursor in the biosynthesis of SEROTONIN from tryptophan. It is used as an antiepileptic and antidepressant.
5-hydroxytryptophan : A tryptophan derivative that is tryptophan substituted by a hydroxy group at position 5.

Anorexia: The lack or loss of APPETITE accompanied by an aversion to food and the inability to eat. It is the defining characteristic of the disorder ANOREXIA NERVOSA.

Research

Studies (2)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19901 (50.00)18.7374
1990's1 (50.00)18.2507
2000's0 (0.00)29.6817
2010's0 (0.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Carlton, J1
Rowland, N1
Cangiano, C1
Ceci, F1
Cairella, M1
Cascino, A1
Del Ben, M1
Laviano, A1
Muscaritoli, M1
Rossi-Fanelli, F1

Clinical Trials (1)

Trial Overview

TrialPhaseEnrollmentStudy TypeStart DateStatus
Effects of Daily Supplementation of 5-HTP on Body Composition, a Randomized Investigation[NCT05216406]65 participants (Actual)Interventional2021-01-01Completed
[information is prepared from clinicaltrials.gov, extracted Sep-2024]

Trials

1 trial available for 5-hydroxytryptophan and Anorexia

ArticleYear
Effects of 5-hydroxytryptophan on eating behavior and adherence to dietary prescriptions in obese adult subjects.
    Advances in experimental medicine and biology, 1991, Volume: 294

    Topics: 5-Hydroxytryptophan; Adult; Anorexia; Diet, Reducing; Dietary Carbohydrates; Feeding Behavior; Femal

1991

Other Studies

1 other study available for 5-hydroxytryptophan and Anorexia

ArticleYear
Anorexia and brain serotonin: development of tolerance to the effects of fenfluramine and quipazine in rats with serotonin-depleting lesions.
    Pharmacology, biochemistry, and behavior, 1984, Volume: 20, Issue:5

    Topics: 5-Hydroxytryptophan; 5,7-Dihydroxytryptamine; Animals; Anorexia; Biogenic Amines; Brain Chemistry; D

1984