htp5?

[dave219123]

I was reading about how htp5 is supposedly a wonder hangover cure! i was just wondering if it was true and if anyone has used it before and their experience with it?

[FloorFiller]

I was reading about how htp5 is supposedly a wonder hangover cure! i was just wondering if it was true and if anyone has used it before and their experience with it?

[fur_q]

5htp is, in simple terms, the chemical precursor to serotonin, some people say it helps with MDMA come downs in terms of helping with the anxiety and depression many people suffer after taking MDMA. although there is some evidence to suggest 5htp can alleviate the symptoms of depression most of the trials that this evidence is based on where not of sufficient quality for the findings to considered significant.

It won't do anything for a hangover and there have also been many reports of negative side effects so even if you where considering taking it to treat the after effects of MDMA my advice would be not to as there is simply not enough known about it to determine wether it is A. effective and B. safe.

[slats]

Double post

Edited May 20, 2013 by slats

[slats]

I use RU-21 I don't know of its more of a placebo effect but it seems to work for me.

Will definatly be getting some to bring this year

[ErnestWorthing]

As per above, 5htp won't help with a hangover. I've been using drinkwel, which works for me, doesn't totally get rid of the hangover but makes it much more bearable. Your mileage may vary.

[MrHew]

Someone recommended HTP5 to me when I had depression years ago. Unfortunately all it did for me was give me migraines. I'd not try it again.

[Zoo Music Girl]

For hangovers, I use Lifeline. It does to seem to work and it's a natural charcoal-based solution. Its effectiveness lessens depending on how long you're drinking for though so it's not so good for all-day sessions.

I also really recommend Milk Thistle. I take it every day and more when I'm drinking and it really does help.

[Starchild771]

I wouldn't recommend 5HTP for hangovers. It makes you sleep heavily and can leave you feeling "fuzzy" headed in the morning.

[Aragorn]

For hangovers, I use Lifeline. It does to seem to work and it's a natural charcoal-based solution. Its effectiveness lessens depending on how long you're drinking for though so it's not so good for all-day sessions.

I also really recommend Milk Thistle. I take it every day and more when I'm drinking and it really does help.

[5co77ie]

I usually use a pint of hot & spicy for hangovers/comedown - best takenas soon as the bus opens - sleep until then in the baking heat, drink as fast as humanely possible (it is hot), follow it up with a big fruit smoothie from the stall just up the field, and follow that with a double double expresso with a macchiato top - sorted!

[al_coholic]

+1 for Migraines on this stuff.

[The Nal]

Chili is fantastic for clearing hangovers. As is solpadeine obviously. And a cold shower.

[Krazypinkminx]

Coffee and cocodamol work for me, will stick to that

[Chimps in Balaclavas]

not sure how effective it is tbh as obviously some comedowns are worse than others, but i continue to use it regardless, just in case it is actually doing me wonders

[ThomThomDrum]

Just drink less! Simples!

[Northernsoul45]

i know people that take 5htp after a heavy partying weekend...personally, having read up on it, i think the potential problems from taking it are worse than the comedown/monday blues your going to suffer from.

just take berruca & a valium and get some sleep .

[Zoo Music Girl]

Just drink less! Simples!

[fatyeti24]

Wish I knew how to do this! Been trying to master moderation with alcohol since I was 15. Now 30 and none the wiser.

Having said that, I don't mind hangovers as much at Glastonbury as I do elsewhere. Could be down to fresh air, more distraction or just getting back on the booze early.

[The Nal]

Just drink less! Simples!

[Mrs*E*]

+1 for Migraines on this stuff.

[Mini_web]

My mate swears by milk thistle... I have yet to try it!

[fur_q]

My mate swears by milk thistle... I have yet to try it!

[Guest]

Just drink less! Simples!

[pie_and_a_pint]

Caffeine, preferably cold fizzy caffiene, and protein, preferably in the form of bacon and eggs, works for me.

And Jaffa Cakes. Must be the sugar.

Edited May 21, 2013 by pie_and_a_pint