Valerian Extract

Product Introduction

Valerian extract is a product extracted from theroot or rhizome. Valerian extract has been listed in the pharmacopoeias of Europe, America and other countries. Extraction method Valerian extract is a mixture prepared from crushed valerian by hydroalcoholic method.

Product Character

Product Name: Valerian Root Extract

Latin name: Valeriana Officinalis L.

Part used: ROOT

Specification: 0.8% valerenic acids HPLC

Appearance: Brown fine powder

USP

Valerian Root Dry Extract Capsules contain dry extract derived from the subterranean parts of Valeriana o¨cinalis L. (Fam.

Caprifoliaceae, formerly Valerianaceae) including rhizome, root, and stolon. They contain NLT 90% and NMT 120% of the labeled amount of valerenic acids calculated as the sum of hydroxyvalerenic acid , acetoxyvalerenic acid and valerenic acid .

Health Benefits

Valerian extract has the functions of anti-depression, sedation, sleeping, and anti-convulsions, as well as anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-tumor, and liver-protecting functions.

Animal studies have shown that valerian extract also has anti-arrhythmic effects. The function mainly calms the nerves, regulates qi, and relieves pain. The test can strengthen the inhibitory process of the cerebral cortex, reduce the excitability of reflexes, and relieve smooth muscle spasm, so it has sedative, hypnotic, antispasmodic and analgesic effects.

Researchers do not yet know exactly how valerian root functions to help people sleep better. They believe it is a combination of different factors. One is that valerian increases the amount of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain. As a neurotransmitter, GABA inhibits unwanted nervous system activity. Studies have shown that increased levels of GABA in the brain lead to falling asleep faster and experiencing better sleep.