Valerian Root Extract
Other Hypnotics and Sedatives
- Drug class
- Other Hypnotics and Sedatives
- Availability
- See label
- Markets covered
- 1
- Products on record
- 1
Overview
Valerian Root Extract is an active pharmaceutical ingredient in the Other Hypnotics and Sedatives group (N05CM). The information below is compiled per regulator from the product labels on record, with direct links to the original documents.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 1 | September 29, 2023 |
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
1 product
Uses
A traditional herbal medicinal product used for the temporary relief of sleep disturbances due to symptoms of mild anxiety based on traditional use only.
How to take
For oral use only. Adults and the elderly: take 1 – 2 tablets half an hour before bedtime. If necessary, an additional tablet can be taken earlier in the evening. Not for children or adolescents under 18 years (see Section
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Side effects & warnings
Gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and diarrhoea may occur. Dizziness, headaches and nightmares or vivid dreams may also occur. The frequency is not known. If other adverse reactions not mentioned above occur, a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner should be consulted.
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). As treatment effects may not be apparent immediately, the tablets should be taken continuously for 2 – 4 weeks.
Duration of use:
If symptoms worsen or do not improve after 4 weeks a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner should be consulted. 3 Contraindications Hypersensitivity to Valerian or any of the excipients. 4 Special warnings and precautions for use Do not exceed the stated dose.
The use of this product is not recommended in children and adolescents below the age of 18 years because data are not sufficient and medical advice should be sought. If symptoms worsen, or do not improve after 4 weeks, a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner should be consulted.
1); Patients with rare hereditary problems of glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take this medicine.
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Who should not take it
Hypersensitivity to Valerian or any of the excipients.
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Sources & citations
- [1]MHRA (UK) · THR333360006 · revised September 29, 2023
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