L-Tryptophan 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking L-Tryptophan 500 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
L-Tryptophan 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Swanson Ultra with 1 active ingredient.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of L-Tryptophan 500 mg by Swanson Ultra
Four independent checks of what is known — a summary of the available information, not a grade of the product itself.
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our evidence database, so intended use can't be graded.
Why this rating?
- None of the active ingredients could be matched to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so intended use can't be graded against our evidence data.
Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
- No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our interaction database.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was nothing to check interactions against.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our safety data.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was no safety data to measure.
HelloPharmacist summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 21, 2018.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about L-Tryptophan 500 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Swanson Ultra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 087614023724 |
| Net contents | 90 Veggie Cap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 21, 2018 |
| DSLD ID | 180725 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for L-Tryptophan 500 mg by Swanson Ultra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Ajinomoto TryptoPure L-Tryptophan | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: 100% pure vegetable source Cellulose
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General Statements
The Most Advanced Nutrition Technology 100% Pure Pharmaceutical Grade
To reorder, call toll free 1-800-437-4148 or visit our website at www.swansonvitamins.com
Formula
TryptoPure
Formulation
Vegetarian Source
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
V Vegetarian formula Guaranteed purity & potency
AjiPure Amino Acids
Precautions
Do not use if seal is broken.
Keep out of reach of children.
Warning: Do not take this product if you are taking a prescription antidepressant or if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you have a medical condition or if you are taking any prescription medications.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one veggie capsule with water 30–60 minutes before sleeping. For maximum benefit, take two veggie capsules.
Brand IP Statement(s)
AjiPure and TryptoPure are registered trademarks of Ajinomoto Co., Inc.
General
SWU372 Rev 0 01 25 18
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L-Tryptophan 500 mg by Swanson Ultra label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in L-Tryptophan 500 mg by Swanson Ultra
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Veggie Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Ajinomoto TryptoPure L-Tryptophan
Other (inactive) ingredients: 100% pure vegetable source Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
L-Tryptophan 500 mg by Swanson Ultra Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in L-Tryptophan 500 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for L-Tryptophan 500 mg, from the product label.
Swanson Ultra
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- Swanson Health Products
- City
- Fargo
- State
- ND
- ZipCode
- 58104
- Phone Number
- 1-800-437-4148
- Web Address
- www.swansonvitamins.com
L-Tryptophan 500 mg by Swanson Ultra: Common Questions
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Sources & How We Checked
L-Tryptophan 500 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.
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