What is a HTP???!!!?

Question

I've heard it all over but have no idea what it is or does. I do know it's to do with female organs and/ or pregnancy i know i'm stupid please help?

Answer 1

Do you mean HPT?

That is Home Pregnancy Test.  The test you buy at the store and pee on to see if you are pregnant.

Answer 2

JustMe-

5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is a non-prescription supplement that is used for a variety of purposes, such as treating depression and helping people lose weight. Very little information is available about the use of 5-HTP during pregnancy. In fact, the safety of 5-HTP for anyone is currently in question, due to concerns about one particular problem. Therefore, it is probably a good idea to avoid 5-HTP products while pregnant.



Is 5-HTP Safe for Pregnant Women?

There is not enough information to determine that 5-HTP is safe for use during pregnancy. Although the issue is controversial, there have been reports of a dangerous group of symptoms (known as eosinophilia myalgia syndrome, or EMS) occurring in people who have taken 5-HTP. However, it is not clear whether 5-HTP itself or certain contaminants in the specific products caused these problems. Either way, it does appear that 5-HTP is not safe for the general public (until more is known about this problem), especially for pregnant women.