anyone take L-Theanine? Does it amplify Kratom effects?

[piranha45]

Google search and some reddit posts say L-theanine and Kratom synergize well.
Anyone have experiences to share on this?

[BookofEnoch1914]

I wouldn't say it amplifies or potentiates Kratom, but it does enhance relaxation in my experience. I often will take 300-400mg of L-theanine with my evening dose

[BallzDeep9]

there is a classic "Nootropic stack" of l-Theanine plus.. caffeine. Coffee. Search on Reddit r/nootropics & that's one recommended combo. https://old.reddit.com/r/Nootropics/

So they're doing l-Theanine with their Coffee... why not Kratom ? since kratom: Mitragyna Speciosa, is a member of the Coffee plant in the family Rubiaceae.

This amino acid is very "relaxing" and is also used in many Sleep Supplements. So I take at night/ avoid during day... I don't need to be more sleepy during the day. YMMV

[e_poison]

I take it to relax from time to time, but I'm not sure if it really potentiates the kratom for me. Although, some do swear by it.

[GreenAnimal]

Google search and some reddit posts say L-theanine and Kratom synergize well.
Anyone have experiences to share on this?

I have taken it, but I don’t take them together. I was actually under the impression it’s the opposite… the l-theanine dulls the kratom. Hmm…

[Babel-17]

L-Theanine has earned the popularity it enjoys but it is a less is more substance. If starting out on it I'd say 200 mg., twice a day, would be the most to take. A slight headache is possible at higher and/or more frequent doses.

Among its possible effects is an increase in dopamine, which is something that can be overdone.

[IndelibleDotInk]

They don't synergize IME, but the theanine provides a mild relaxation similar to melatonin. Worth trying.