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What herbal remedies are for anxiety?

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Talk to dr.first: Kava -- might relax you w/o the feelings of sedation, but in some studies was linked to liver problems. If you have liver problems, don't take it w/o discussing with your doctor first. Vit. B and Folic Acid are believed to affect production of neurotransmitters and thus help with anxiety. Valerian -- helps with sleep and is believed to help with anxiety.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Several: As my colleague states, kava is known to help anxiety. But a caveat about possible liver toxicity that can show up in susceptible individuals within 3-4 weeks of use. Another helpful herb is passionflower -- some research shows that 45 drops daily of liquid extract is comparable to Oxazepam 30 mg for treating generalized anxiety disorder, in some patients. Also theanine (from green tea) 200mg.

Answered 6/30/2014

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