Check before you startThis one has documented interactions with medication classes where the consequences are serious. If you take any prescription medicine, run it past a pharmacist before starting.
How long to take it
Short courses of two to six weeks.
Who it's actually for
Mild sleep difficulty, as a short-term aid.
Safe upper limit
UnverifiedNo formal limit; 300–600 mg extract before bed
Additive sedation is the main risk. Rare liver reactions reported.
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Interactions to know about
- Sedatives / sleep medication — Benzodiazepines, zopiclone, zolpidem, opioids
- Antidepressants — SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, tricyclics
- Liver disease or impairment — Hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver
Other supplements:
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Practical notes
- Do not combine with alcohol, benzodiazepines, or sleep medication.
- Don't drive if it leaves you groggy in the morning.