Fragrant Valerian

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Medicinal Herbal Remedies Fragrant Valerian (Valerian officinalis)    Large doses of Valerian root tea or tincture, too often repeated, has a tendency to produce headache, a feeling of heaviness and mental stupor. Valerian is a powerful nervine, carminative and antispasmodic and is beneficial to those suffering from nervous tension as it has none of the after effects felt when using addictive substances. Since Acne is believed by some to be caused by stress and insomnia Valerian root could be just the extra support needed by one or the other suggested herbs for that condition. Common Names: Valerian All-heal English valerian German valerian Great wild valerian Heliotrope Setwell Vandal root Wild valerian Plant Parts used: Rootstock Side Effects: none known CAUTION: Taking too large a dosage for an extended length of time can bring on headaches and poison symptoms.  Please do not exceed dosages. Internal uses for Valerians Antispasmodic Calmative Nervous conditions Migraines Stomach cramps Insomnia Pain Epilepsy External use for Fragrant Valerian Acne Usual Method of Prep Usual Dosage Infusion: Steep 1 tsp dried rootstock in 1 Pint boiling water Let stand for 24 hours Drink: 1/2 to 1 cup of this infusion at bedtime. DO NOT EXCEED DOSE Cold Extract: 2 tsp rootstock 1 cup water Let stand 24 hours, strain. Drink: 1/2 to 1 cup of this infusion at bedtime. DO NOT EXCEED DOSE Tintures are best purchased from a reliable source. Take 20 drops on sugar or in water 3 times a day. DO NOT EXCEED DOSE