Post by Rik Wallin on Apr 6, 2007 9:44:30 GMT -6
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)
the root of the valerian plant
Used for:
· Insomnia; it's a safe sleeping aid
· Seizure disorders; it's a mild sedative
· Anxiety
Available in: Tincture, extract, tablets
Herb/drug interactions: Valerian interacts with alcohol, some antihistamines, muscle relaxants, psychotropic drugs and narcotics. When taking any of these drugs, you should use valerian only under the supervision of a health care provider.
When buying: Look for valerian products standardized to 1% valerenic acid.
Warning: Valerian is relatively safe and no significant side effects are known, but people with impaired kidney or liver functions should not take valerian except under a physician's supervision.
DOSAGES
Adults:
Use 1 teasthingy of the tincture in a quarter cup of water, or 1 or 2 tablets, at bedtime.
Children under 10:
One dropperful at bedtime in a quarter cup of water
the root of the valerian plant
Used for:
· Insomnia; it's a safe sleeping aid
· Seizure disorders; it's a mild sedative
· Anxiety
Available in: Tincture, extract, tablets
Herb/drug interactions: Valerian interacts with alcohol, some antihistamines, muscle relaxants, psychotropic drugs and narcotics. When taking any of these drugs, you should use valerian only under the supervision of a health care provider.
When buying: Look for valerian products standardized to 1% valerenic acid.
Warning: Valerian is relatively safe and no significant side effects are known, but people with impaired kidney or liver functions should not take valerian except under a physician's supervision.
DOSAGES
Adults:
Use 1 teasthingy of the tincture in a quarter cup of water, or 1 or 2 tablets, at bedtime.
Children under 10:
One dropperful at bedtime in a quarter cup of water