You can D-PA or DLPA (50% as effective) at vitamin shops and health food stores (easily found online too). I would start with 250-500mg and work up from there. Don't take it antidepressants or stimulant drugs. Also take on an empty stomach or it will be ineffective. Consult your doctor first (if (s)he doesn't know or has to use a reference, do a google search or tell me).
It works by inhibiting an enzyme that breaks down endorphins and enkephalins (naturally occuring opiate-like pain relieving and pleasurable chemicals) and I think it also augments release or production of.
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