Can You Take GABA and Kava Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

GABA supplementation combined with kava's GABAergic kavalactones may lead to excessive sedation.

How to arrange timing

Use one at a time, especially before activities requiring alertness.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Sarris et al., 2011, Phytother Res

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.