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Kava (Kava Kava) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Kava (Kava Kava) (Piper methysticum), addressing anxiety, insomnia, stress.

supplementsmicronesian-melanesianBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

AnxietyInsomniaStressPainCeremonial UseMuscle Tension

Ingredients

  • Kava (Kava Kava) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Kava (Kava Kava) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Kava (Kava Kava)

Full profile
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
  • Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
  • CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects

Sedatives, benzodiazepines, alcohol

Additive CNS depression; case reports of extreme sedation.

Liver-metabolized medications

Linked to rare but serious cases of liver toxicity — avoid with any hepatotoxic drug or existing liver disease.