Can You Take Hops and Kava Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

Hops and kava both enhance GABAergic sedation; combined use may lead to excessive drowsiness.

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.