Herb studied for sleep latency, sleep quality, anxiety. How it works, the dose and timing studied, what it interacts with, and the research behind the grade.
All compoundsNew trials, FDA changes and side-effect reports, written in plain English. Every result says whether it was tested in people or in animals.
Valerenic acid inhibits GABA transaminase (increasing GABA levels) and may have partial agonism at GABA-A receptors. Isovaleric acid contributes to the characteristic odor. Systematic reviews show inconsistent outcomes.
The dose below reflects the range used in published research. Match the form alongside the milligrams. Set your own wake and bed times to map the timing onto your day.
Read these before combining this with other supplements or medication. The risk is rarely the headline, it is the interaction you did not check.
Derived from shared topics, complementary categories, and the interaction list. Introduce one compound at a time so you can tell what works.
No direct compound conflicts derived. Still check the interactions list above against your medication.
Often considered alongside this one. Each carries its own evidence grade.
Other compounds studied for sleep & recovery, strongest human evidence first.