Two to four capsules, taken an hour before bed - the timing is part of how valerian is traditionally used, and it is worth setting a habit around rather than reaching for it as you turn off the light.
Each capsule holds 440 mg of Valeriana officinalis root powder, with a vegetable capsule shell and magnesium stearate from a vegetable source as the only encapsulating aids. Nothing else: no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, no gluten, dairy or animal gelatin, so it suits vegetarians.
Valerian root has a strong, earthy, unmistakable smell, and the capsule format is largely how people avoid it - taking the root as a tea is a different experience entirely. The herb has a long history in Western herbal medicine, where it is traditionally used to support relaxation and restful sleep.
At the four-capsule dose the bottle of 100 lasts about twenty-five nights. Nature's Sunshine tests each batch for purity and potency, which matters more with a single-herb product where there is nothing else in the capsule.
It may cause drowsiness, so do not drive or operate machinery after taking it, and it is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Ingredients
Each capsule contains Valeriana officinalis (Valerian) root powder 440 mg. Encapsulating aids: vegetable capsule, magnesium stearate (vegetable source). Free from artificial colours, flavours, preservatives, gluten, dairy, and animal-derived gelatin. Suitable for vegetarians.
Directions
Adults: Take 2-4 capsules one hour before bedtime, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Storage
Store below 30 °C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep tightly closed.
Warnings
If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional. Not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. May cause drowsiness - avoid operating heavy machinery or driving after use.
