Tryptophan Drug Interactions (Cont.)

 
Tramadol (Ultram, Ultracet)
Taking tryptophan with a tramadol can cause a group of symptoms called serotonin syndrome. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these medications together. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any symptoms of serotonin syndrome (see above), as it can be very dangerous.
 
Triptans
Taking tryptophan with a triptan can cause a group of symptoms called serotonin syndrome. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking these medications together. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any symptoms of serotonin syndrome (see above), as it can be very dangerous.
 

Final Thoughts on Tryptophan Drug Interactions

It is possible that not every drug interaction with tryptophan was discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about the tryptophan interactions that may apply to your specific situation.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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