Overview
Naturally fermented GABA.
Mechanism of action
Direct GABA supplementation (limited BBB crossing).
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
Relaxation effect
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · Drowsiness
Drug interactions
No notable interactions reported.
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids, sedating antihistamines (additive CNS depression)
Supplement interactions
None listed.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
Where to buy
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Scientific evidence (8)
PharmaGABA on stress
Abdou AM, et al.
13 adults
Reduced stress markers during cognitive task.
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