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What are Valerian's other names?

• Valeriana officinalis

What is Valerian's recommended dosage?

• Recommended daily intake: 450 mg

What supplements interact with Valerian?

Valerian and Licorice

1 synergy Increase of Absorption

What can Valerian help with?

Valerian for Fatigue

1 study Slightly Positive This study failed to provide data to support the hypothesis that valerian, 450 mg, at bedtime could improve sleep as measured by the PSQI. However, exploratory analyses revealed improvement in some secondary outcomes, such as fatigue. Further research with valerian exploring physiologic effects in oncology symptom management may be warranted.

Valerian for Insomnia

2 studies Slightly Positive The results of this study suggest that the use of 800 mg of valerian for 8 weeks improves symptoms of RLS and decreases daytime sleepiness in patients that report an Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) score of 10 or greater. Valerian may be an alternative treatment for the symptom management ofRLS with positive health outcomes and improved quality of life. Slightly Positive Valerian improves the quality of sleep in women with menopause who are experiencing insomnia. Findings from this study add support to the reported effectiveness of valerian in the clinical management of insomnia.

Valerian for Menopause

2 studies Slightly Positive Valerian can be effective in treatment of menopausal hot flash and that it can be considered as a treatment of choice for reduction of hot flashes among the women who are reluctant to receive hormone therapy due to fear or any other reason. Slightly Positive Valerian improves the quality of sleep in women with menopause who are experiencing insomnia. Findings from this study add support to the reported effectiveness of valerian in the clinical management of insomnia.

Valerian for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

1 study Slightly Positive The results showed significant difference between the extract and placebo in the treatment of OCD. There was also no significant difference between the two groups in terms of observed side effects.

Valerian for Pain

1 study Slightly Positive Valerian seems to be an effective treatment for dysmenorrhea, probably because of its antispasmodic effects.

Valerian for Premenstrual Syndrome

1 study Slightly Positive Valerian seems to be an effective treatment for dysmenorrhea, probably because of its antispasmodic effects.

Valerian for Restless Legs

1 study Slightly Positive The results of this study suggest that the use of 800 mg of valerian for 8 weeks improves symptoms of RLS and decreases daytime sleepiness in patients that report an Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) score of 10 or greater. Valerian may be an alternative treatment for the symptom management ofRLS with positive health outcomes and improved quality of life.

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