Can You Take Ashwagandha and Kratom Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

Kratom has documented hepatotoxicity causing cholestatic injury. Ashwagandha has emerging reports of hepatocellular injury. Combined use may increase liver burden through complementary mechanisms.

How to arrange timing

If using both, monitor liver function periodically. Consider reducing doses and limiting duration of concurrent use.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Björnsson HK et al., J Hepatol 2020; Kapp FG et al., Drug Alcohol Depend 2011

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.