Rhodiola rosea and antidepressants

[clyde22]

Is it safe to use both Rhodiola rosea and antidepressants at the same time? Thanks!

[Buttercup]

Hi there, if you are on certain anti-depressanst like SSRI's or MAOI's then it is not recommended. Rhodiola can stimulate production of seratonin as does these prescription meds which in turn can lead to excess seratonin which is not good and can cause a seratonin overdose.