I've tried various prescription and natural anti depressants, I tried 5HTP briefly but didn't give them much of a chance. I've decided to try again. I'd just like to say the main problems were nightmares and very weird dreams, BUT it did help me to sleep which I really need.

I'd just like to ask : do the weird dreams lessen after using for a while ?

Can one expect (as with SSRI's) for depression to be slighlty worse before improving ?

Is sex drive/libido affected ?

Is appetite increased or decreased ?

Can they be taken alongside prescription meds ? (I need to tail off my low dose a/d slowly, a tricyclic).

Hope someone can give me some advice !? Thanks ! <font color="blue"> </font>