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Passionflower — Traditional Use

A real calming evening herb — with the sedative-interaction and pregnancy cautions spelled out.

Cautions to Know

  • Sedatives, alcohol, and other CNS depressants: Passionflower increases the binding activity of benzodiazepines at GABA receptors, and general herbal-interaction data extends the same potentiating effect to alcohol, barbiturates, and other sedative medications — combining them can mean more drowsiness and sedation than either alone. Not mentioned in the source pin.
  • Pregnancy: Safety data during pregnancy is insufficient — avoid or consult a healthcare provider first. Not mentioned in the source pin.

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