Can You Take Hops and Valerian Root Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

Hops and valerian are often combined in sleep formulas but their additive GABAergic effects may cause excessive sedation at higher doses.

How to arrange timing

If combining, use established combination products at recommended doses.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Koetter et al., 2007, Phytomedicine

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.