Question 1

can you take valerian root if you have fatty liver?

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Better options: Overall valerian is considered safe.  There are a very few case reports of liver injury (temporarily elevated enzymes, one mild fibrosis) so it would be best to try other botanicals such as lemon balm, chamomile, passionflower and milky oats. It may turn out, as with kava, that other substances were to blame.  Good brands include nature's way (purple top), gaia, herbsetc, herbpharm, eclectic etc.

Question 2

whats worse for your liver - alcohol, ativan (lorazepam) or valerian root?

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Alcohol: No doubts, alcohol is by far more dangerous.

Question 3

should i take valerian root tablets for my insomnia?

Accepted Answer

Valerian: It can sooth anxiety and help doze off to sleep, but be careful if u r on other medications at same time, due to drug interactions. Best to consult your pharmacist and doctor first.

Question 4

can melatonin, valerian root, and zopiclone be taken together?

Accepted Answer

Herbals &amp; zopiclone: Always review any meds or supplements with your prescribing doctor. In general, valerian and/or melatonin are safe herbal remedies. Melatonin should not be taken above 5mg, as this can actually cause activation (the opposite of the intended effect). Hope this helps &amp; don't forget to check with ur doc :)

Question 5

how do i know how much valerian root should i take for anxiety?

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Careful: The problem with herbals is the unpredictability of the concentration of active ingredients. You will have to follow the instructions in the package in order to not incur in overdose.Never expect (in this case, antianxiety) effects to be as predictable and comparable as with synthetic, concentrated medication agents, since the latest are normally more potent, reliable, specific in terms of effects.

Question 6

can you take valerian root and 25 mg of hydroxizine before bed?

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Valerian hydroxizine: Both produce drowsiness so its really not a good idea.

Question 7

will there be harm with taking melatonin together with valerian root?

Accepted Answer

No harm: Those two can provide complementary since valerian root is a mild herbal tranquilizer and melatonin can help fall asleep. There are no negative interactions between these two.

Question 8

how many valerian root capsules should i take i'm 19 and 190 pounds?

Accepted Answer

None: Why are you taking valerian root capsules?  If you're having anxiety you should see a therapist or talk to your doctor. Valerian root is not FDA regulated so there is not a dose to suggest or prescribe. These are unregulated herbal substances usually sold at natural food stores.

Question 9

safe to take kava and valerian root?

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Mostly: If you are not taking other medications and use proper doses, these may be safe.  Both are sedating and can cause reactions or possible allergy.  Valerian root may cause disturbed dreams and other side effects.  Kava has been associated with liver toxicity which may be due to the wrong part of the plant being used.  Use trusted sources that use the right part.  Kava root not stem or leaf.

Question 10

is it safe to use valerian root daily?

Accepted Answer

For what purpose?: If you are using it daily for stress reduction or as a sleep aid, it is probably more useful to figure out why you are having these problems.  Then you can learn to manage without external supplements.  While valerian root is probably not bad for your physical health at recommended doses, it may be interfering with developing coping and stress management skills.

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