Valerian tablets

General

Valerian tablets are drug, the Valerian root dry extracts contain. Next Tablets and Capsules is also called valerian tea, tincture or juice available. You are in Germany does not require a prescription, are not paid for by health insurance and can be bought in pharmacies and drugstores without a prescription.

There are in the valerian tablets different components of the valerian root which are said to have a medicinal effect. Valerian tablets have been proven to be medically effective components Valerenic acid and Valerenol. In studies comparing placebo, a mild medicinal effect proven. These two substances have a calming effect mental stress and sleep disorders.

Dose and intake

Valerian tablets and valerian ragees come in many different designs. The advantage of valerian tablets over classic extracts such as tea or juices is neutral taste compared to that very much strong-tasting valerian root. Valerian tablets and dragees are often combined with other herbal extracts to increase their effectiveness. This includes especially hop and Lemon balm. As a rule, it is recommended in cases of restlessness 1-2 tablets 1-3 times a day to take. If you have trouble falling asleep 1-2 tablets about an hour before going to sleep be taken. The tablets should whole and should preferably be taken with a glass of water. Due to the large number of different valerian preparations, it makes sense to read the package insert carefully before taking.

Since there are insufficient data on the use of valerian supplements in children under 12 years of age, it should not used in children under 12 years of age become.

effectiveness

Valerian tablets and ragees are included Restlessness and nervous-related problems falling asleep used.

Since there are a large number of different valerian products in Germany, it is generally advisable to use approved valerian medicinal products from the pharmacy, as the pharmaceutical quality is not always sufficient for products from drugstores.

Side effects and contraindications

When valerian tablets and valerian ragees are hardly any side effects known. It can be very rare when taking valerian too Disorders in the gastrointestinal tract come.
In pregnancy and Lactation the (expectant) mother should avoid valerian. There are still insufficient studies of possible harmful effects on the child.

Please also read: Medication during pregnancy

Valerian tablets should not be taken together with barbiturates (other sleeping pills and anti-seizure drugs), as these can complement each other and lead to sedation.