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Descriptor English:   5-Hydroxytryptophan 
Descriptor Spanish:   5-Hidroxitriptófano 
Descriptor Portuguese:   5-Hidroxitriptofano 
Synonyms English:   5-HTP  
Tree Number:   D12.125.072.050.850.479
Definition English:   The immediate precursor in the biosynthesis of SEROTONIN from tryptophan. It is used as an antiepileptic and antidepressant. 
Pharmacological Action:   Antidepressive Agents, Second-Generation
 
History Note English:   90; was HYDROXYTRYPTOPHAN 1963-89 (Prov 1963-65) 
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Record Number:   28289 
Unique Identifier:   D006916 

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