Valerian root 1:2

Botanical name: Valeriana officinalis
Common name: Valerian
Plant part: Root
Strength: 1:2
Source (Organic or Trade): Organic
Country of Origin: New Zealand/USA/Germany
Weekly Dosage (mL): 15-50mL

Actions: Anxiolytic, Antispasmodic, Hypnotic, Sedative/relaxant

Main indication: Anxiety, addiction treatment, insomnia, Hypertension, tension headache, cramp, restless leg syndrome, IBS

Safety information: None identified

Drug Interactions: Benzodiazepines, hypnotics, tricyclic antidepressants, opioid analgesics, anaesthetics - Potentiation of sedative effects & prolongation of anaesthesia

Article: Recent research on Valerian (2012), Anxiolytic effects of Valerian (2006), Valerian for benzodiazepine withdrawal (2002), Valerian for sleep disturbances in children with intellectual deficits (2002), Valerian & Hops combination compared to bromazepam for sleep disorders (1999)