Natural Factors SAMe 200 mg 30 Enteric Coated Tablets

• Helps raise serotonin, dopamine, and phosphatidylserine levels
• Without the side effects of prescription antidepressants
• Support for arthritic disorders
• Helps promote bile flow and inactivate excess estrogens

SAMe (pronounced "sammy") is short for S-adenosyl-L-methionine or S-adenosyl-methionine, a natural molecule formed in the body by methionine and adenosyl-triphosphate (ATP). Supplemental SAMe helps to raise serotonin, dopamine, and phosphatidylserine levels.

Non-medicinal Ingredients

Microcrystalline cellulose, mannitol, enteric coating (methacrylic acid copolymer, triethyl citrate, glyceryl palmitostearate, silica, titanium dioxide, medium chain triglycerides, yellow iron oxide), glyceryl behenate, vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant), silica, sodium starch glycolate.

Dosage

SAMe should always be taken on an empty stomach.

For mood balance: 1–4 tablets 2 times daily.
For osteoarthritic pain: 1–3 tablets 2 times daily or as
directed by a health care practitioner.
Do not exceed a total of 8 tablets daily. SAMe must be taken for a minimum of 2 weeks, at which time effects should be observed.

Caution: If you are taking antidepressants, consult a health care practitioner prior to taking SAMe in place of or in addition to those antidepressants. Not recommended for use in children. Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take at night as SAMe may cause anxiety, restlessness and insomnia. People with bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness) should not use SAMe unless under medical supervision. Possible side effects are: mild gastrointestinal upsets (such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, flatulence), anxiety, hyperactive muscle movement, insomnia and hypomania. When these side effects occur they often diminish with time or resolve with lower doses or cessation of use. There are no documented cases of allergies to SAMe. Keep out of the reach of children