Can You Take Chamomile and Kava Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

Both chamomile and kava promote GABAergic sedation; combined use may lead to excessive drowsiness.

How to arrange timing

Consider using only one at a time, especially before driving or operating machinery.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Savage et al., 2015, J Clin Pharm Ther

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.