User Reviews for valerian

I was recently diagnosed with fibromyalgia but no not take the rx Lyrica because the side effects are frightening. I'm a two antidepressants, a few ashtma medications and Klonopin for anxiety. I actually could feel my entire body relaxes. It's 10pm and I've just finished my Extra Sleepy Time Tea - I used 4 bags for 100 mg. The first time I did this I woke up feeling well rested and refreshed. ??? I can't remember the last time I woke up feeling "good" vs. my joints cracking and moaning when I first get moving! I LOVE LOVE LOVE this stuff and like that it's not from a big pharma. I have enough RX medications that I absolutely have to take but to find a natural root has been an awesome surprise. Read More Read Less

I have been taking generic Xanax (Alprazolam) for years. It has been a savior to me and has helped me function. Started a new job which randomly drug tests and found it in my urine. I have to stop taking it immediately, or I have no job. I am going to use Valerian Root (liquid form), to try and combat my potential melt downs. Tastes nasty, but I don't care.Will keep you posted. Pray for me, I need this friggin job!

I have used valerian root tea (Nighty Night Valerian Root tea by Traditional Medicinals) several times to reduce anxiety before bedtime in order to sleep. It works very well. This last time I got a bit of dry mouth a few hours after drinking and a headache the following morning. This is likely due to dehydration, so drink plenty of water while using valerian.

Yes I have been on steroids which disrupted my sleep I find that one tablet before bed and one if I wake in the night is all I need for a better sleep. I found the ones I bought in UK did have a bad smell But the ones purchased in Australia were fine

I have had life long insomnia, and try to avoid taking prescription sleeping pills as the dosage needed to be effective leaves me groggy during the day. Valerian extract taken every night has helped me immensely. It does not knock me out, but instead gives me the feeling that my body is getting sleepy and calm naturally, and allows me to fall asleep with ease. If I get up in the night to use the bathroom I can fall asleep quite easily again. I also find it easy to wake up and feel refreshed in the morning. I have taken these in tablet form on and off for two years now, and find that even if I go a few days without use, I still get the same effect, whereas my nan tried these once and because it takes time to be effective, it didn't help her so she hasn't tried since. Give it two weeks and you will feel much more relaxed at night, which will at least help cut the dosage of prescription pills needed to fall asleep. Remember, it is not a knock out pill, you still have to be in the right head-space to sleep, it is not a short cut to overcoming caffeine or other stimulation!Read More Read Less

I have been on Xanax or Lorazepam, for years, since the death of my mother.(Dr. Prescribed) Determined to get off of this completely! God help me! If I understand correctly this vitamin hits the same nerve endings as ( Benzo- in Xanax etc.) what makes withdrawal so bad from this medication only been on this a few days along w Holy Basilso far so good,I will post updates ??

Valerian Root does a fair job at keeping me calm and relaxed during times of stress and anxiety.

I gave it to my 10 yr. old little male Chi X that got bit by several paralysis ticks & almost died. It worked. No sleep (for anybody) before I started him on it.

Don't use tablets it's too commercial , I ha wisdom teeth removal an I was having problems with sleeping , took a cup of baldrian tea ( 2 tsp ) and i slept really good , IF YOU ARE EXPECTING TO BE HIGH YOU WILL NOT BE !! You will feel just relaxed and ready to sleep .... It says on the box that it have to be used for 2 weeks for good effect

I took valerian root for muscle stiffness after I was rear ended by a car while I was stopped at a light. I noticed less stiffness about 20 minutes after I took it. I did not get tired the first day but the second day I took it in the morning for stiffness and I could not stay awake most of the day. It does smell. It does work well. I would recommend it more for sleep than stiffness but it does both. I would guess its about 70% sleep aid and 30% tension reliever.

Very easy to take. Not the best smell. Still awake during the night which I was disappointed in, but do fall back easily. Iv had the craziest of dreams since taking the tablets. My dreams are very real, scary, and more vivid than before. I'm guessing that's because the tablets make me relaxed and calm.

Needed to get full 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep. Purchased in capsule form, and when I opened the bottle it smelled like foot odor! But, being desperate for sleep...I took it. I slept well the whole night, but had some crazy dreams! I wish we could purchase this as a pharmaceutical that would guarantee quality and potency...and cover the smell! I'll try the liquid next time.

My 3yo has had difficulty sleeping through the night his whole short life. We have tried every thing, changing eating habits, getting more outside playtime, etc. The valerian root I bout was from the local Health food store and designed for children. We did two droppers each night (6ml) and it worked like a dream. However, my son has started having headaches and is not sleeping through the night anymore. We have used it about 8-10 weeks, which I realize now is too long. I believe he is experiencing the side effects, so I recommend this be a temporary remedy. We will discontinue tonight and are looking for a sleep study center. It was SO nice to get some rest though.Read More Read Less

I am not sure what happened but I was hoping to catch a few extra z's and was recommended Valerian root tea and Theanine 200. I was light headed, vomiting and had diarrhea all evening. Maybe it was the combination of the two?? I am afraid to try it again, even separately.

made me feel relaxed and without any worry and care. Had a peaceful sleep waking only to use the bathroom and back to sleep within ten minutes. will continue to use

I have taking this about a year for anxiety and it has made a huge difference in my life!

I took this as an alternative to prescribed Valium as I wish to come up off medication but hardly noticed any effect at all.

I've had insomnia for 17 years now. I tried Melatonin & it workded for a couple of years & then stopped being effective. I have Ambien but only use it once or twice a week because I don't want to become addicted to it. My doctor told me to try Valerian Root along with Melatonin, since I haven't used it for years, & see if it helped. I used it last night & slept like a baby & felt great this morning. I'm hoping this is the answer to my problem. :)

Oh my goodness, this did not work at all! What a waste of money.