Can You Take Pterostilbene-Caffeine Complex and Rhodiola Rosea Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Pterostilbene-Caffeine Complex provides stimulant effects, while Rhodiola Rosea is an adaptogen with mild stimulant properties that inhibits MAO-A and MAO-B. Combining multiple stimulant-acting compounds may cause overstimulation.

How to arrange timing

Use lower doses of both and avoid taking in the evening. Monitor for excessive stimulation, anxiety, or sleep disruption.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Panossian A, et al. Rosenroot (Rhodiola rosea): traditional use, chemical composition, pharmacology and clinical efficacy. Phytomedicine. 2010;17(7):481-493.

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.