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Valerian

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Valerian 800 mg
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Score82
A strong root-and-extract valerian formula with marker identification, limited mainly by missing percentage and high sedation potential.
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Quantity:90 Capsule(s) • (45 servings)
Goals:
Sleep Support

Score 82

A strong root-and-extract valerian formula with marker identification, limited mainly by missing percentage and high sedation potential.
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Analysis

The two-capsule formula combines substantial valerian material with a separate extract tied to valerenic acids. Marker identification and the root-plus-extract design make it more informative than plain powder alone.

The valerenic-acid percentage and extraction ratio are not disclosed, while the combined amount is high. That gap makes potency harder to compare with better-characterized valerian formulas.

Good serving value supports routine use for adults who can tolerate the dose without next-day effects. It fits evening use better than daytime mood support because sedation is the most likely practical effect.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a substantial sleep-focused valerian formula
  • Users who value valerenic-acid identification
Best for
  • Sleep support
  • Evening relaxation
  • Root-plus-extract supplementation

Pros

  • Combines valerian material and extract
  • Identifies valerenic acids
  • Provides a substantial amount
  • Offers good value

Cons

  • Marker percentage is absent
  • Extraction ratio is missing
  • Combined amount may be excessive for sensitive users
  • Requires two capsules

Warnings

  • Valerian may cause next-morning drowsiness, so first use should not precede driving or hazardous work
  • Combining valerian with alcohol, sleep medicines, or other sedatives may increase impairment
  • A large evening serving may cause headache, vivid dreams, or stomach discomfort in sensitive users

Nutrient quality

90 Highest impact

Valerenic-acid-standardized extract makes the active form easier to judge. The central sleep-support ingredients are supplied at substantial, potentially meaningful amounts.

Ingredient transparency

76 High impact

Specific amounts are provided for extract and whole herb. No proprietary blend hides an active dose.

Customer satisfaction

65 High impact

The supplied aggregate rating metric is favorable, though it gives no specific experience details. The large response count gives the aggregate metric a dependable base.

Value for money

94 Highest impact

Formula quality compares well with the cost. The serving cost is exceptionally low for the disclosed actives.

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Goals

Sleep Support
Impact
Highest effect
B Goal FitA- Strength of SupportC+ CoverageA Formula Quality

Valerian root and a separate valerenic-acid extract provide a substantial botanical formula aimed at relaxation and sleep onset. The root amount fits common targeted use and the capsule contains the herb's strong odor.

The label does not state the valerenic-acid percentage or extract ratio, leaving potency only partly characterized. Valerian may cause drowsiness and should not be combined with alcohol or used before driving.

Study evidence
Valerian Supportive 31 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Total Carbohydrates
1 Gram(s)
Valerian
800 mg
Valerian extract (Valerenic Acids)
220 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
Report overview
Valerian · 800 mg OverallScore92
B Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The capsule combines a substantial valerian root amount with a separately listed extract. A valerenic-acid marker is identified, but its percentage and the extract ratio are not disclosed, leaving potency only partly characterized. The effective root dose, clear label, contained odor, and low cost make it a practical option despite that gap.

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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Effectiveness of Valerian on insomnia: a meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials.
    Fernández-San-Martín MI; Masa-Font R; Palacios-Soler L; Sancho-Gómez P; Calbó-Caldentey C; Flores-Mateo G · Sleep medicine · 2010
    Meta-analysis18 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  2. Complementary and alternative treatments for insomnia disorder: a systematic umbrella review.
    Ell J; Schmid SR; Benz F; Spille L · Journal of sleep research · 2024
    Systematic review15 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  3. Comparison the effect of valerian and gabapentin on RLS and sleep quality in hemodialysis patients: A randomized clinical trial.
    Hajizadeh I; Jamshidi M; Kazemi M; Kargar H; Sadeghi T · Therapeutic apheresis and dialysis : official peer-reviewed journal of the International Society for Apheresis, the Japanese Society for Apheresis, the Japanese Society for Dialysis Therapy · 2023
    Randomized trial40 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  4. Valerian for sleep: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Bent S; Padula A; Moore D; Patterson M; Mehling W · The American journal of medicine · 2006
    Meta-analysis1,093 participants16 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  5. Does valerian work for insomnia? An umbrella review of the evidence.
    Valente V; Machado D; Jorge S; Drake CL; Marques DR · European neuropsychopharmacology : the journal of the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology · 2024
    Systematic review8 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  6. Clinical Practice Guideline for the Pharmacologic Treatment of Chronic Insomnia in Adults: An American Academy of Sleep Medicine Clinical Practice Guideline.
    Sateia MJ; Buysse DJ; Krystal AD; Neubauer DN; Heald JL · Journal of clinical sleep medicine : JCSM : official publication of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine · 2017
    Guideline / consensusSleep Support forValerian
  7. Efficacy and tolerability of valerian extract LI 156 compared with oxazepam in the treatment of non-organic insomnia--a randomized, double-blind, comparative clinical study.
    Ziegler G; Ploch M; Miettinen-Baumann A; Collet W · European journal of medical research · 2003
    Randomized trial202 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  8. Herbal medicine for insomnia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Leach MJ; Page AT · Sleep medicine reviews · 2016
    Meta-analysis1,602 participants14 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  9. Valerian for insomnia: a systematic review of randomized clinical trials.
    Stevinson C; Ernst E · Sleep medicine · 2019
    Systematic review9 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  10. A systematic review of insomnia and complementary medicine.
    Sarris J; Byrne GJ · Sleep medicine reviews · 2011
    Systematic review20 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  11. Standardized Extract of Valeriana officinalis Improves Overall Sleep Quality in Human Subjects with Sleep Complaints: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Study.
    Chandra Shekhar H; Joshua L; Thomas JV · Advances in therapy · 2024
    Randomized trial80 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  12. Effects of a Valerian-Hops Extract Combination (Ze 91019) on Sleep Duration and Daytime Cognitive and Psychological Parameters in Occasional Insomnia: A Randomized Controlled Feasibility Trial.
    Schicktanz N; Gerhards C; Schlitt T; Aerni A; Müggler E; de Quervain D; Papassotiropoulos A; Boonen G; Drewe J; Butterweck V · Brain and behavior · 2025
    Randomized trial40 participantsSleep Support forValerian