GABA supplements for sleep

[jay_celine]

Can anyone provide their experience with taking GABA to assist with sleep? Are there any adverse effects? Does it impair immune response?

[Manypony]

I like taking 500 mg Gaba in the late afternoon and another 500 mg early evening. It’s relaxing. I’ve seen 750 mg capsules but haven’t tried them

[CheriAlli23 in reply to Manypony]

My HWP takes 900mg a day. 1 in am and 2 at bedtime. He finds it helps him sleep but has been trying to wean himself off as Gaba can have some really bad side effects and is highly addictive. You should do some research about this drug before starting it. Best of luck!

[Manypony in reply to CheriAlli23]

not gabapentin! Please be clear about GABA vs gabapentin! Worlds apart!!

[CheriAlli23 in reply to Manypony]

ohhhh yes ok. was worried. he uses Gabapentin. Good luck to you!

[Manypony in reply to CheriAlli23]

I too use gabapentin in “emergencies” it’s a very powerful drug and I wouldn’t want to over use it

[jay_celine in reply to Manypony]

yes, 2 different supplements. thanks!

[Manypony in reply to jay_celine]

GABA is a supplement, gabapentin is a pharmaceutical

[jay_celine in reply to CheriAlli23]

Thank you for the responses.

[House2 in reply to jay_celine]

Look into gaba ease a supplement

[ssrs]

My husband uses the Now brand 750mg GABA in the evenings before bed. It does help him to relax and ease into sleep. We have also used Solgar brand 500mg GABA. Both seem to be good brands.

[JayPwP]

Any interactions or contraindications to note before starting GABA?