COMPOSITION COMPRISING 5-HYDROXYTRYPTOPHAN FOR REDUCING OR ALLEVIATING THE EFFECTS OF NICOTINE WITHDRAWAL AND USE THEREOF

摘要

The invention relates to a composition, particularly for use in alleviating and reducing one or more of the effects of the cessation of nicotine withdrawal. The composition includes 5­hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP). The nicotine withdrawal is typically as a result of the cessation of tobacco smoking, in particular during voluntary cessation attempts, temporary abstinence and/or as an aid to smoking reduction. The effects of nicotine withdrawal which are reduced or alleviated include nicotine craving, dysphoria or depressed mood, sleeplessness, irritability, frustration, anger, anxiety, difficulty in concentrating and restlessness, and in particular, an increase in appetite. The composition may include a glycine compound.