KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg 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.
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KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg is a dietary supplement by Nootropics Depot with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for stress and anxiety, sleep problems, fatigue and low energy.Based on those ingredients, 1,372 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are KSM-66. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: ashwagandha (KSM-66), a traditional botanical extract dosed at 300 mg per capsule. The remaining ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, and cellulose — are inactive ingredients that help form and stabilize the capsule.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Ashwagandha is possibly effective for insomnia, anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, and stress based on the evidence we hold. For bipolar disorder, we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate whether it helps.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Ashwagandha is generally well tolerated in the short term in healthy adults, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects with typical doses are mild and include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal upset — though these don't happen often at normal doses.
Rare serious side effects include liver damage (acute hepatitis and liver failure), and isolated case reports describe drowsiness, headache, and in one case, intracranial bleeding linked to blood vessel constriction. During pregnancy, ashwagandha is considered likely unsafe due to the traditional concern of miscarriage risk — avoid it.
While breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety information, so you should avoid it as well. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you use any blood pressure medications, diabetes medications, sedatives or benzodiazepines, thyroid hormones, immunosuppressants, or drugs known to damage the liver. Ashwagandha may also affect how certain other medications work by interacting with liver enzymes.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
KSM-66 may help with insomnia, anxiety, and stress, but it interacts with a wide range of common medications — especially blood pressure drugs, diabetes medications, sedatives, thyroid hormones, and liver-toxic drugs. If you take any prescription medication, check it against the tool on this page before starting.
Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you're on thyroid medication, blood pressure drugs, or sedatives.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2023.
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 KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Nootropics Depot |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 180 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 285819 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg by Nootropics Depot, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| KSM-66 | 300 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, Cellulose
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FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Precautions
Disclaimer: Always consult with a qualified health physician before taking any new dietary supplement.
Allergens: Contains milk allergens.
Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions, and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medication(s).
Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions, and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medication(s).
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration.
Brand IP Statement(s)
KSM-66 is a trademark of Ixoreal Biomed Inc.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily.
Storage
Storage: Store in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat.
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KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg by Nootropics Depot label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg by Nootropics Depot
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.
KSM-66
Interacts with1,372 drugs
Ashwagandha is an Ayurvedic herb most often taken to help with stress, anxiety, and sleep, and some small studies suggest it may help, though the evid...
KSM-66 monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg by Nootropics Depot Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
KSM-66 Capsules by Nootropics Depot contains ashwagandha, which interacts with several medication types.
The most serious concern is with drugs that damage the liver (hepatotoxic drugs), where ashwagandha may increase the risk of liver damage — a Moderate severity interaction. Ashwagandha has been linked to cases of acute hepatitis, liver failure, and in rare instances, the need for transplantation.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Ashwagandha also has Moderate interactions with CNS depressants (sedatives, barbiturates, anxiolytics), benzodiazepines, antihypertensive drugs (blood pressure medications), antidiabetes drugs (blood sugar medications), thyroid hormone, and immunosuppressants. It may amplify the sedative effects of CNS depressants and benzodiazepines, raise the risk of low blood pressure when combined with blood pressure drugs, increase the risk of low blood sugar with diabetes medications, and boost thyroid hormone levels — potentially causing unwanted effects.
Ashwagandha may also weaken the effects of immunosuppressants used after transplant or for certain autoimmune conditions.
There is also a Minor interaction with CYP1A2 substrate drugs — ashwagandha may lower their levels and reduce how well they work. Altogether, these interactions span 1,373 individual medications.
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The ingredients in KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg interact with 1,372 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. KSM-66
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might decrease the effects of immunosuppressants.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Antidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Antihypertensive Drugs, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acebutolol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + 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 KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Serotonergic Drugs +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +3 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Serotonergic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Some animal studies have reported that ashwagandha can enhance serotonergic transmission by altering certain serotonin (5-HT) receptors.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Hepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Cold Plus Cough, Tylenol Cold Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ksm-66Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Ksm-66 + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg 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.
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Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
There is preliminary clinical evidence suggesting that ashwagandha might lower blood glucose levels. Theoretically, ashwagandha might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research suggests that ashwagandha might lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Theoretically, ashwagandha might have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs and increase the risk of hypotension.
Benzodiazepines
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might increase the sedative effects of benzodiazepines.
There is preliminary evidence that ashwagandha might have an additive effect with diazepam (Valium) and clonazepam (Klonopin). This may also occur with other benzodiazepines.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Ashwagandha seems to have sedative effects. Theoretically, this may potentiate the effects of barbiturates, other sedatives, and anxiolytics.
Hepatotoxic Drugs
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Ashwagandha has been linked to cases of acute hepatitis, liver failure, hepatic encephalopathy, autoimmune hepatitis, the need for liver transplantation, and death due to liver failure.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might decrease the effects of immunosuppressants.
Ashwagandha has demonstrated immunostimulant effects in humans. Animal research has shown that ashwagandha can attenuate the immunosuppression caused by cyclophosphamide.
Thyroid Hormone
Ashwagandha might increase the effects and adverse effects of thyroid hormone.
Concomitant use of ashwagandha with thyroid hormones may cause additive therapeutic and adverse effects. Preliminary clinical research and animal studies suggest that ashwagandha boosts thyroid hormone synthesis and secretion. In one clinical study, ashwagandha increased triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) levels by 41.5% and 19.6%, respectively, and reduced serum TSH levels by 17.4% from baseline in adults with subclinical hypothyroidism.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that ashwagandha extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research shows that ashwagandha extract induces CYP3A4 enzymes.
Serotonergic Drugs
Some animal studies have reported that ashwagandha can enhance serotonergic transmission by altering certain serotonin (5-HT) receptors. However, there is no evidence to suggest that ashwagandha increases the risk of serotonin-related effects, and there have been no published case reports of serotonin syndrome when combined with other serotonergic drugs. Nevertheless, due to the lack of extensive studies on the matter and the fact that ashwagandha appears to affect serotonergic pathways, it would be prudent to exercise caution when combining it with drugs that affect serotonin. [References: - Effects of Withania somnifera (Ashwaga ndha) on Stress and the Stress-Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders Anxiety, Depression, and Insomnia. Curr Neuropharmacol. 2021 Sep 14; 19: 1468–1495. - A Prospective, Randomized Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of Safety and Efficacy of a High-Concentration Full-Spectrum Extract of Ashwagandha Root in Reducing Stress and Anxiety in Adults. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3573577/]
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for KSM-66 Capsules 300 mg, from the product label.
Nootropics Depot
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- Nootropics Depot
- Street Address
- 8380 S. Kyrene Rd. Ste. 110
- City
- Tempe
- State
- AZ
- ZipCode
- 85284
- Web Address
- nootropicsdepot.com
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The 32 references behind this product’s interaction data
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Ashwagandha 32 references
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