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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
  • CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects

Pregnancy

Avoid

Kava is contraindicated in pregnancy — it's a strong CNS depressant with documented liver toxicity concerns and no established safe dose in this context.

Breastfeeding

Avoid

Strong sedative effect and liver toxicity concerns make kava contraindicated during breastfeeding.

Children

Avoid

Kava is not used in children due to its sedative strength and documented liver toxicity risk.

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.