GABA Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by LiveLong
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking GABA against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
GABA is a dietary supplement by LiveLong with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anxiety and stress, sleep problems, relaxation.Based on those ingredients, 419 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Gamma Amino Butyric Acid. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of GABA by LiveLong
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
LiveLong GABA powder contains one active ingredient: gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a natural brain chemical involved in relaxation and sleep. There are no other inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for GABA isn't established in our data. The product has been studied for anxiety, ADHD, athletic performance, cerebral palsy, and chronic bronchitis, but the research doesn't support a clear claim for any of these uses — we don't hold enough reliable evidence to rate it one way or the other.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Orally, GABA is generally well tolerated over short periods, though long-term safety hasn't been well studied. Common side effects when taken by mouth include drowsiness, stomach upset, mild throat burning, muscle weakness, and nausea.
One case reported a temporary loss of menstrual periods in someone taking GABA with another supplement. The safety data is limited, so it's best not to take it during breastfeeding unless your doctor says otherwise.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
If you take any blood pressure medications (antihypertensives), double-check before starting — GABA can lower your pressure further. Also flag any sedating medications (sleep aids, anti-anxiety drugs, pain relievers with sedative effects) with your pharmacist, since GABA might add to that drowsy effect.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
GABA may appeal to you if you're curious about relaxation supplements and don't take blood pressure drugs or sedating medications. If you're on either of those types, check with your pharmacist first — the interaction risk is real.
Long-term use hasn't been well studied, so this is best discussed with your doctor before starting.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2013.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about GABA, straight from the product label.
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Supplement Facts
The label details for GABA by LiveLong, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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General Statements
GABA is an abbreviation for Gamma Amino Butyric Acid, the neutotransmitter used to inhibit electrical impulses in nerves, leading to inner calm and relaxed muscle. GABA is often used toto facilitate sleep and has been scientifically demonstrated to show an increase in the amount of Growth Hormone produced by the brain. The beneficial effects of GABA are far reaching and profound. Users often report a subtle tingling sensation that may be uncomfortable so begin with a low dose and work up to the recommended dosage.
- Facilitates Natural Sleep - Increases Growth Hormone - Decreases TensIon
BULK POWDER
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 servings daily. Always consult your physician before taking supplements.
Precautions
WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Consult your physician before using this dietary supplement. Do not use this product if you are at risk or are being treated for high blood pressure, heart, kidney, thyroid, or psychiatric disease, difficulty in urinating, prostate enlargement, anxiety, depression, seizure disorder, or stroke.
Consult your healthcare professional before use if you are taking antidepressants, MAO Inhibitors, or any other prescription drugs.
Discontinue use and consult your healthcare professional if dizziness, sleeplessness, tremors, nervousness, headache or heart palpitations occur. Consult your healthcare practitioner before beginning any weight loss program.
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GABA by LiveLong label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in GABA by LiveLong
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Serving size0.5 tsp Dosage formPowder Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Gamma Amino Butyric Acid
Interacts with419 drugs
GABA is a calming chemical messenger (neurotransmitter) that your body makes on its own, and it is sold as a supplement for stress, anxiety, and sleep...
Gamma Amino Butyric Acid monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
GABA by LiveLong Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
LiveLong GABA is a single-ingredient powder of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), and it does interact with certain medications.
The most serious concern is with blood pressure medications (antihypertensives). GABA can lower blood pressure on its own, and combining it with these drugs might push your pressure too low.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
GABA also has minor interactions with central nervous system depressants — sedatives, sleep aids, and similar medications. Theoretically it could add to their drowsy or sedative effects, though it's unclear how much of a real-world problem this is in practice.
Although we've identified specific drug types affected, the actual list of individual medications is extensive. Use the search tool on this page to check any blood pressure or sedating drugs you're currently taking before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in GABA interact with 419 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in GABA interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Gamma Amino Butyric Acid
AcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, OpiumHista-Derfule
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, CodeineAcetazone Forte C8, Parafon Forte C8
How Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, Codeine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, CodeineTylenol No.3, Tylenol w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Codeine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Codeine, DoxylamineMersyndol
How Acetaminophen, Codeine, Doxylamine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Codeine, Doxylamine interactionAcetaminophen, Codeine, MethocarbamolAcetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol, Robaxacet 8
How Acetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol interactionAcetaminophen, Dichloralantipyrine, IsomethepteneAmidrine, Midchlor, Migquin, Migratine
How Acetaminophen, Dichloralantipyrine, Isometheptene interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Dichloralantipyrine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Dichloralphenazone, IsomethepteneMidrin
How Acetaminophen, Dichloralphenazone, Isometheptene interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Dichloralphenazone, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Dichlorophenazone, IsometheptaneIsocom
How Acetaminophen, Dichlorophenazone, Isometheptane interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Dichlorophenazone, Isometheptane interactionAcetaminophen, DiphenhydramineTylenol PM, Tylenol PM Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine interactionAcetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Allergy, Cold Control, Contac Night Allergy Relief
How Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, HydrocodoneAnexsia, Anodynos DHC, Azdone, Co-Gesic, Doucet, Lorcet +9 more
How Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone interactionAcetaminophen, MeperidineDemerol APAP
How Acetaminophen, Meperidine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Meperidine interactionAcetaminophen, OxycodonePercocet, Roxicet, Tylox, Xartemis XR
How Acetaminophen, Oxycodone interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Oxycodone interactionAcetaminophen, PentazocineTalacen
How Acetaminophen, Pentazocine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Pentazocine interactionAcetaminophen, PropoxypheneDarvocet-N 100, Darvocet-N 50, E-Lor, Wygesic
How Acetaminophen, Propoxyphene interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Acetaminophen, Propoxyphene interactionAlfentanilAlfenta
How Alfentanil interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Alfentanil interactionAlprazolamNiravam, Xanax
How Alprazolam interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Alprazolam interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAminoglutethimideCytadren
How Aminoglutethimide interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Aminoglutethimide interactionAminophylline, Amobarbital, EphedrineAmesec
How Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interactionAmitriptylineElavil
How Amitriptyline interacts with GABA — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gamma Amino Butyric AcidCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants.
Read the full Gamma Amino Butyric Acid + Amitriptyline interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in GABA with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Gamma Amino Butyric Acid
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking GABA with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Some clinical research shows that GABA can decrease blood pressure in patients with hypertension.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants. However, it is unclear if this concern is clinically relevant.
Endogenous GABA has well-established relaxant effects and GABA(A) receptors have an established physiological role in sleep. However, the effects of GABA supplements are unclear, as it is unknown whether exogenous GABA crosses the blood-brain barrier. Although there have been limited reports of drowsiness or tiredness with GABA supplements, these effects have not been widely reported in clinical studies. Additionally, intravenous GABA 0.1-1 mg/kg has been shown to induce anxiety in a dose-dependent manner.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for GABA, from the product label.
LiveLong
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- LIVELONG NUTRITION(TM)
- City
- Piedmont
- State
- SC
- ZipCode
- 29673
- Web Address
- www.LiveLongSupplements.com
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The Full Monographs Behind GABA’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
GABA's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 12 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba) 12 references
- Cavagnini F, Invitti C, Pinto M, et al. Effect of acute and repeated administration of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) on growth hormone and prolactin secretion in man. Acta Endocrinol (Copenh) 1980;93:149-54.
- Nurnberger JI Jr, Berrettini WH, Simmons-Alling S, et al. Intravenous GABA administration is anxiogenic in man. Psychiatry Res 1986;19:113-7. PubMed
- Gershman RN, Vasilenko MA, Iliushina GG, et al. [Gammalon in the rehabilitation in infantile cerebral palsy]. Pediatr.Akus.Ginekol. 1977;(6):26-7.
- Loeb C, Benassi E, Bo, GP, et al. Preliminary evaluation of the effect of GABA and phosphatidylserine in epileptic patients. Epilepsy Res. 1987;1:209-12 . PubMed
- Inoue K, Shirai T, Ochiai H, et al. Blood-pressure-lowering effect of a novel fermented milk containing gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in mild hypertensives. Eur J Clin Nutr 2003;57:490-95.
- ELLIOTT, K. A. and JASPER, H. H. Gammaaminobutyric acid. Physiol Rev. 1959;39(2):383-406.
- Winsky-Sommerer, R. Role of GABAA receptors in the physiology and pharmacology of sleep. Eur.J.Neurosci. 2009;29(9):1779-1794.
- Meldrum, B. S. GABAergic mechanisms in the pathogenesis and treatment of epilepsy. Br.J.Clin.Pharmacol. 1989;27 Suppl 1:3S-11S. PubMed
- Loeb, C., Marinari, U. M., Benassi, E., Besio, G., Cottalasso, D., Cupello, A., Maffini, M., Mainardi, P., Pronzato, M. A., and Scotto, P. A. Phosphatidylserine increases in vivo the synaptosomal uptake of exogenous GABA in rats. Exp.Neurol. 1988;99(2):4 PubMed
- Melis, G. B., Paoletti, A. M., Mais, V., and Fioretti, P. Interference of dopamine infusion on gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA)-stimulated prolactin increase. J.Endocrinol.Invest 1980;3(4):445-448.
- Boonstra E, de Kleijn R, Colzato LS, Alkemade A, Forstmann BU, Nieuwenhuis S. Neurotransmitters as food supplements: the effects of GABA on brain and behavior. Front Psychol. 2015 Oct 6;6:1520. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2015.01520. eCollection 2015. PubMed
- de Bie TH, Witkamp RF, Balvers MG, Jongsma MA. Effects of ?-aminobutyric acid supplementation on glucose control in adults with prediabetes: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial. Am J Clin Nutr 2023;118(3):708-719. PubMed
See these in context on the Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba) monograph →
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