Piper methysticum var. hawaiiensis
Hawaiian variety of kava with unique kavalactone profile. Central to Hawaiian ceremony and healing. Used for anxiety, insomnia, muscle tension, and urinary tract conditions. Hawaiian cultivars considered among the noblest kava varieties.
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Hepatotoxic drugs, sedatives, levodopa, alcohol, benzodiazepines.
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Sedative — discuss with anesthesiologist.
Dermopathy with chronic heavy use. Drowsiness. Liver toxicity.
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