Valerian

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Valerian

Synonyms European valerian, Valeriana, Valerian rhizome, Valerian root, Al Nardeen
BS It consists of the dried rhizomes and roots of Valeriana officinalis Linn.
Family Valerianaceae
CC
  • volatile oil (0.5 to 1%)
  • mono-terpene
  • sesqui-terpene hydrocarbons
  • Sesqui-terpene ketonic acid
  • valerenic acid
  • valeranone
  • valtratsvaltrat
  • acetoxy valtrat
  • didrovaltrat
    • Uses
  • Carminative
  • Antispasmodic
  • It is used in hysteria, insomnia, nervous excitement and palpitation of heart.
  • Valerian has sedative action on CNS.
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