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Valerian as a hypnotic for Hispanic patients.

R A Dominguez1, R L Bravo-Valverde, B R Kaplowitz

  • 1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Miami School of Medicine, Florida 33136, USA.

Cultural Diversity & Ethnic Minority Psychology
|September 7, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Valerian, a botanical supplement, showed promise in improving insomnia for symptomatic individuals. Most participants reported moderate to extreme improvement in sleep quality within two weeks of use.

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Area of Science:

  • Herbal Medicine
  • Sleep Science
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Valerian is a widely used botanical known for its sedative properties.
  • Its central nervous system activity is attributed to various constituents.
  • Insomnia is a common complaint among individuals receiving mental health services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of valerian as a supplement for improving insomnia.
  • To assess the time- and dose-dependent effects of valerian on sleep quality.

Main Methods:

  • A case study involving 23 symptomatic Hispanic outpatients with insomnia.
  • Participants used a standardized valerian root supplement (470 mg capsules).
  • Sleep questionnaires were administered at baseline, Week 1, and Week 2, with dosage adjustments allowed.

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Main Results:

  • 16 out of 20 completers rated their insomnia as at least moderately improved by Week 1.
  • By Week 2, 15 participants rated their improvement as significant (4 or 5 on a 5-point scale).
  • Global improvement at Week 2 was significantly greater than at Week 1 (p = .005).

Conclusions:

  • Valerian may serve as an effective supplement for managing insomnia in a symptomatic population.
  • Findings suggest a potential time-dependent or dose-response relationship for valerian's effects on sleep.
  • Further research is warranted to confirm these preliminary findings.