Tagar

Valeriana wallichii

Family: Caprifoliaceae Evidence: C powderdecoctioncapsuletinctureextract

Ayurvedic sedative herb used for insomnia, anxiety, hysteria, and epilepsy. Closely related to European valerian with similar valepotriate content.

Safety Profile

PregnancyPossibly Unsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricUse Caution

Contraindications

Avoid with existing liver disease. Do not combine with alcohol.

Interactions

May potentiate sedatives, benzodiazepines, and anesthetics.

Side Effects

Drowsiness, headache, GI upset.

Surgery: Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery due to sedative interactions.
Liver: Rare hepatotoxicity reported with related species.
Kidney: Insufficient data.
Allergy: Rare.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.