Hi does anyone know if its safe to take valerium (take brand name valerina) long term? thanks x?

Question

Hi I take 4 tablets of valerina basically valerium, hops to help with anxiety causing insomnia. I have been taking it for 6 weeks now nightly 4 tablets does anyone know if its safe to take long term? I am sort of scared to stop as dont want the insomnia to return. thanks any advice be well appreciated xxxx qeinae

Answer 1

I did a huge term paper on Insomnia for University, and Valerian was one of the remedies I studies. There is no evidence that long term use of Valerian (in any form) is harmful but, like any substance (caffeine, sugar, alcohol, whatever) it can be habit forming. But as a fellow insomniac, I know one thing - if it works - keep taking it!!! Sleep deprivation is way worse than a herbal dependency.

Answer 2

Herbs are like anything else, here's how i take my herbs, two weeks on, one week off but this has been years for me . In your case try only taking 3 in a week or so then 2 if it isn't doing the same then go back to 3. It all depends on you own body , but no it won't have any long term affects, call you local herb store/new age, as they call them. Get a book on herbs their also , the herb bible is a good one. good luck & sleep well.

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Answer 3

Valerian & hops are both safe. If you have found these to be helpful, then you've done well.
Another thing to consider is taking Calcium/Magnesium tablets. They're known as Cal-Mags. The calcium should be twice as strong as the magnesium, & it helps relax you & calm you down.

Answer 4

its long term safe as far as i know. it smells though. i think melatonin works better for sleep.