There is no supplement called just HTP. 5-HTP is a metabolite of L-Tryptophan. My doctor suggests taking the L-Tryptophan form. Your body knows how to moderate the levels of Trytophan when you take is as L-Tryptophan. . 5-HTP bypasses the L-Tryptophan moderating system.

Xanax is a serious drug. I was on a benzo (clonazapam sold as the brand name drug Klonopin ) but it was horrible. I was changed to the gabapentin/Neurontin. It was much better and did not leave me sleepy the next day. It is well tolerated and has minimal side effects. It has none with me.