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Generic Name : kava (KA vah)

Overview (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Kava has been used to induce and improve sleep, and to decrease anxiety, nervousness, stress, and restlessness. Kava has not been approved by the FDA to treat any disease, and it should not be substituted for prescription medications. Kava may also have uses other than those listed in this medication guide. ...
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Side Effects (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop taking kava and seek emergency medical attention if you have liver symptoms such as nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, itching, dark urine, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). Other less serious side effects have also been reported. Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care professional if you experience morning drowsiness, ; changes in vision, or ; upset stomach. . Kava should not be used for longer than three months without a doctor's supervision. The long-term use of kava has reportedly lead to "kawanism", which is characterized by dry, flaking, discolored skin; reddened eyes; a scaly skin rash; puffy face; muscle weakness; blood abnormalities; and feelings of poor health. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care professional about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. ...
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Further Reading on kava
  • Kava - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    What is kava ? Kava , or kava kava , is a root found on South Pacific islands. Islanders have used kava as medicine and in ceremonies...What is kava ? Kava -or kava kava -is a root found on South Pacific...
  • Complementary Medicine - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
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  • Valerian - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    What is valerian ? Valerian is an herb that people have used for centuries for anxiety and as a sleep aid . It is also used to ease ...St. John's wort, passionflower, lemon balm, kava , and hops. Valerian...
  • Alcohol Abuse - Blood Alcohol ( WebMD )
    A blood alcohol test measures the amount of alcohol ( ethanol ) in your body . Alcohol is quickly absorbed into the blood and can be ...herbal supplements that contain alcohol, such as kava or ginseng.

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