Is NOW Double Strength L-Tryptophan 1000 mg safe while breastfeeding?

Grade A. 5 Safe, 1 Caution, 0 Avoid. No major safety flags.

Clarity Product Analysis

NOW

Double Strength L-Tryptophan 1000 mg

Name: Double Strength L-Tryptophan 1000 mg
Brand: NOW

All clear6 of 7 ingredients checked · 0 flagged · 6 clear

No safety flags identified

6Checked

AGrade

5Safe

1Flagged

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Full ingredient analysis

Ingredient	Status	Evidence	Notes
Croscarmellose Sodium	Safe	Silver	Safe. Disintegrant used in tablets. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed.
Hydroxypropyl Cellulose	Safe	Bronze
L-Tryptophan	Safe	Silver	Cycle: Luteal; Ovulation
Magnesium Stearate	Safe	Gold	Safe for breastfeeding.. DAO: Low
Silicon Dioxide	Safe	Silver	Safe. Anti-caking agent. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed systemically.
Stearic Acid	Safe	Bronze	Natural fatty acid.. Histamine: N/A
Vegetarian Coating	Not in DB

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According to the Clarity Ingredient Safety Database by Health AI. 6 of 7 ingredients verified against 1,595 evidence-graded entries. Last verified: April 2026. Database version 4.2. Check this product live →

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This product contains no Avoid-rated ingredients. Caution items indicate areas to monitor.

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1,595 ingredients. 20+ safety dimensions. Evidence-graded.

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Product analysis by Clarity (Health AI). Based on published evidence for breastfeeding, pregnancy, and general safety. Not medical advice. Formulations may change; verify current ingredients on the label.

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