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.
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