Family
- Piperaceae
Constituents
- Kavapirones
- Flavonoids
- Kavalactones
Parts used
- Rhizomes, roots
Properties
- Anxiolytic
- Spasmolytic
- Calmative
- Anticonvulsant
- Tranquilizer
- Analgesic
Side effects
Several possible side effects (diarrhea, anorexia,...).
Contraindications
Pregnancy, lactation, depression, liver diseases (hepatitis, cirrhosis...).
Interactions
Alcohol, different drugs that act on the nervous system (barbiturates).
Forms of use
- Tablets
- Capsules
- Infusion
- Decoction