Valerian extract and tablets

Valerian officinalis is a plant known for its soothing properties. Tincture or tablets of "valerian" are available in almost every home and always come to the rescue in case of severe nervous shocks. Valerian is a fairly tall herbaceous plant that has a characteristic, intense aroma. The greatest amount of nutrients is found in the root part of this herb. Valerian is distributed throughout Western Europe and Russia.

Valerian extract is extracted from the root of the plant. It goes on sale in Russia, as a rule, in the form of coated tablets of 200 mg. For most manufacturers, the tablets are yellow in color and emit a subtle smell of valerian. You can buy them at any pharmacy without a doctor's prescription.

The composition of valerian extract in tablets includes the following main components and excipients:

• thick valerian extract;
• sucrose;
• calcium stearate monohydrate;
• magnesium hydroxycarbonate;
• milk sugar;
• polysorbate;
• potato starch;
• titanium dioxide;
• povidone;
• colloidal silicon dioxide;
• quinoline yellow dye;
• talc;
• sunflower oil;
• beeswax;
• paraffin.

Valerian extract, if you follow the instructions for use, has a beneficial effect on the body:

• has a sedative effect;
• relieves pain in the gastrointestinal tract;
• calms the heart rate;
• dilates blood vessels;
• fights sleep disorders;
• has a choleretic effect;
• stimulates the secretion of gastric juice;
• relieves headache.

Valerian extract in tablets is a good adjuvant for the treatment and elimination of symptoms of a wide variety of ailments, including:

• stress;
• nervous fatigue;
• insomnia;
• some mental disorders in a mild form;
• the initial form of angina pectoris;
• initial form of hypertension;
• stomach cramps;
• intestinal colic;
• violation of the production of gastric juice.

Despite the free access to the drug, valerian tablets are not at all a harmless medicine.

If you neglect the dosage and duration of treatment, you can achieve very unpleasant consequences: drowsiness, depression, loss of working capacity, overexcitation, arrhythmia. Slow heart rate, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, and allergies are possible.

The list of contraindications for treatment with valerian extract is small. These include:

• pregnancy;
• breastfeeding period;
• age up to 12 years;
• individual intolerance to the components of the drug.

Valerian tablets are available in packs of 10, 40 or 50 pieces.You need to store them in a cool, dark place for no more than 3 years. Dosage and duration of administration depend on the age and diagnosis of the patient. Usually, children under 12 years of age are prescribed one tablet of valerian extract 3 times a day.

Adults may take up to 5 tablets per day. Tablets are taken regardless of food, washed down with a small amount of water. The course of taking the drug lasts from 14 to 28 days. If necessary, the treatment can be repeated after consulting with your doctor.

It should be borne in mind that valerian extract enhances the effect of sedative drugs (including allergy medications), therefore, it is advisable to stop taking such drugs for the duration of valerian treatment. In addition, you can not combine the intake of valerian extract in tablets with large doses of alcohol.

• Few people know that valerian is a honey plant. For bees, it is not very attractive, but its pollen gives honey a very unusual, memorable flavor.
• People have known about the beneficial properties of valerian since ancient times. Ancient Greek healers recommended it as a means to help focus and collect thoughts. The healers of Ancient Russia also knew about these abilities of the plant.
• On cats and cats, valerian produces an effect akin to drug intoxication. And this applies not only to domestic cats, but also to large representatives of the cat family living in the wild.