Can You Take Kava and Kratom Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

Kratom and kava both cause CNS depression through different mechanisms; combined use may lead to excessive sedation.

How to arrange timing

Avoid combining these two potent CNS depressants.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Swogger et al., 2015, J Psychoactive Drugs

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.