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Valerian 1500 mg

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Valerian 1500 mg
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Score79
A focused high-amount valerian formula with limited extract detail and a meaningful grogginess risk.
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Quantity:90 Capsule(s) • (30 servings)
Goals:
Stress Relief
Sleep Support
Mood Support

Score 79

A focused high-amount valerian formula with limited extract detail and a meaningful grogginess risk.
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Analysis

The three-capsule serving supplies a large amount of valerian without unrelated active ingredients. Its focused design is most relevant to sleep and evening relaxation rather than broad mood support.

The label does not identify the plant part, extraction ratio, or valerenic-acid standardization. That gap makes potency harder to compare with better-characterized valerian formulas.

The serving cost is reasonable, but three capsules and the high amount reduce convenience for sensitive users. It fits evening use better than daytime mood support because sedation is the most likely practical effect.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a high-amount valerian capsule
  • Users who can test evening tolerance before regular use
Best for
  • Sleep support
  • Evening relaxation
  • Users comfortable with three capsules

Pros

  • Focused single-herb formula
  • Substantial valerian amount
  • Clearly states the serving amount
  • Reasonable qualitative value

Cons

  • Plant part is not identified
  • Extraction details are missing
  • No active-marker standardization
  • Requires three 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

84 Highest impact

The valerian species or root is identified, but active-compound standardization is absent. The central sleep-support ingredients are supplied at substantial, potentially meaningful amounts.

Ingredient transparency

74 High impact

A specific amount is provided for the valerian ingredient. No proprietary blend hides the active amount.

Customer satisfaction

66 High impact

The supplied aggregate rating metric is very favorable, though it gives no specific experience details. The substantial response count provides a useful satisfaction signal.

Value for money

92 Highest impact

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

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Goals

Stress Relief
Stress Relief
Impact
High effect
B Goal FitC Strength of SupportC- CoverageA+ Formula Quality

Valerian is most relevant when stress appears as difficulty winding down or falling asleep. The 1,500 mg amount is clearly disclosed, but it is above the preferred routine range and the label does not define extract potency.

Capsules contain the strong taste and odor, yet missing extract ratio or valerenic acid standardization leaves active strength uncertain. The high amount may cause next-morning grogginess, so it is unsuitable before driving or other tasks requiring alertness.

Study evidence
Valerian Supportive 18 studies
Sleep Support
Sleep Support
Impact
High effect
B- Goal FitC Strength of SupportD+ CoverageA- Formula Quality

The 1,500 mg valerian serving is clearly intended for calming and sleep, with traditional use and some human evidence behind it. The label does not identify an extract ratio or valerenic acid standardization, so actual potency is difficult to judge.

The standalone capsule keeps the formula focused, but the amount is above the supplied preferred routine range. That high serving may increase next-morning grogginess in sensitive users.

Study evidence
Valerian Supportive 31 studies
Mood Support
Mood Support
Impact
Moderate effect
D- Goal FitC Strength of SupportF CoverageB- Formula Quality

Valerian is primarily a sleep and sedation herb rather than a broad mood-regulating active. The large amount may support bedtime relaxation, but extract potency is not standardized.

Evidence for sleep is more relevant than evidence for persistent mood improvement. Combining valerian with alcohol, sedatives, or sleep medicines may increase drowsiness and impairment.

Study evidence
Valerian Supportive 17 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Valerian
1500 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Kosher Vegetarian
Report overview
Valerian · 1500 mg OverallScore60
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB- Value

The 1,500 mg valerian amount is clearly stated, but the label does not identify the root form, extract ratio, or valerenic acid standardization. Capsules contain valerian's strong odor well and make the three-capsule serving manageable. The dose is above the preferred routine range, so it may be more likely to cause next-morning grogginess in sensitive users.

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Valerian Root 500 mg

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Sleep

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<p>Whole valerian plus valerenic-acid-standardized extract provides a substantial and well-specified sleep formula. Its lower serving cost improves economy compared with the original, although drowsiness may add to alcohol, antihistamines, sleep medicines, or other sedatives.</p>
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85 Value

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Sources

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

  1. Assessment of Valeriana officinalis l. (Valerian) for Conscious Sedation of Patients During the Extraction of Impacted Mandibular Third Molars: A Randomized, Split-Mouth, Double-Blind, Crossover Study.
    Farah GJ; Ferreira GZ; Danieletto-Zanna CF; Luppi CR; Jacomacci WP · Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons · 2020
    Randomized trial20 participantsMood Support Stress Relief forValerian
  2. 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
  3. Medicinal herbs for the treatment of anxiety: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.
    Zhang W; Yan Y; Wu Y; Yang H; Zhu P; Yan F; Zhao R; Tian P; Wang T; Fan Q; Su Z · Pharmacological research · 2022
    Meta-analysis29 participants29 studies pooledStress Relief Mood Support forValerian
  4. 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
  5. Effect of valepotriates (valerian extract) in generalized anxiety disorder: a randomized placebo-controlled pilot study.
    Andreatini R; Sartori VA; Seabra ML; Leite JR · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2003
    Randomized trial36 participantsMood Support forValerian
  6. 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 participantsMood Support Sleep Support Stress Relief forValerian
  7. Effects of Passiflora incarnata and Valeriana officinalis in the control of anxiety due to tooth extraction: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
    Velasquez ACA; Tsuji M; Dos Santos Cordeiro L; Petinati MFP; Rebellato NLB; Sebastiani AM; da Costa DJ; Scariot R · Oral and maxillofacial surgery · 2024
    Randomized trial54 participantsStress Relief forValerian
  8. 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
  9. Valerian Root in Treating Sleep Problems and Associated Disorders-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Shinjyo N; Waddell G; Green J · Journal of evidence-based integrative medicine · 2021
    Meta-analysis6,894 participants60 studies pooledMood Support forValerian
  10. 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
  11. Effect of kava and valerian on human physiological and psychological responses to mental stress assessed under laboratory conditions.
    Cropley M; Cave Z; Ellis J; Middleton RW · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2002
    Non-randomized trial54 participantsStress Relief forValerian
  12. 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
  13. An internet-based randomized, placebo-controlled trial of kava and valerian for anxiety and insomnia.
    Jacobs BP; Bent S; Tice JA; Blackwell T; Cummings SR · Medicine · 2005
    Randomized trial391 participantsMood Support forValerian
  14. Valerian for anxiety disorders.
    Miyasaka LS; Atallah AN; Soares BG · The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2007
    Systematic review36 participants1 studies pooledMood Support Stress Relief forValerian
  15. 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
  16. Effectiveness and safety of oral sedation in adult patients undergoing dental procedures: a systematic review.
    Araújo JO; Bergamaschi CC; Lopes LC; Guimarães CC; de Andrade NK; Ramacciato JC; Motta RHL · BMJ open · 2021
    Systematic review327 participants12 studies pooledStress Relief Mood Support forValerian
  17. 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
  18. Stress-induced insomnia treated with kava and valerian: singly and in combination.
    Wheatley D · Human psychopharmacology · 2019
    Single-arm trial24 participantsStress Relief forValerian
  19. 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
  20. Chemotypic diversity and neuroactive potential of Valeriana jatamansi Jones: a systematic review on phytochemistry, pharmacology and standardisation challenges.
    Nisar S; Jan N; Hassan I; Andleeb L; Shabir PA · Natural product research · 2026
    Meta-analysis12 studies pooledMood Support forValerian
  21. [Use of valerian in anxiety and sleep disorders: what is the best evidence?].
    Nunes A; Sousa M · Acta medica portuguesa · 2012
    Systematic review4 studies pooledStress Relief forValerian
  22. Valerian for insomnia: a systematic review of randomized clinical trials.
    Stevinson C; Ernst E · Sleep medicine · 2019
    Systematic review9 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  23. Valerian extract alters functional brain connectivity: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial.
    Roh D; Jung JH; Yoon KH; Lee CH; Kang LY; Lee SK; Shin K; Kim DH · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2019
    Randomized trial64 participantsMood Support forValerian
  24. GABA-modulating phytomedicines for anxiety: A systematic review of preclinical and clinical evidence.
    Savage K; Firth J; Stough C; Sarris J · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2018
    Systematic review10 studies pooledStress Relief forValerian
  25. A systematic review of insomnia and complementary medicine.
    Sarris J; Byrne GJ · Sleep medicine reviews · 2011
    Systematic review20 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  26. Medicinal Plants for Insomnia Related to Anxiety: An Updated Review.
    Borrás S; Martínez-Solís I; Ríos JL · Planta medica · 2021
    Systematic reviewStress Relief forValerian
  27. 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