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Is Valium And Valerian Root The Same Thing?

Yes. Can you tell me is valium and valerian root the same thing? I was recently told by a Doctor that
it is the same thing, that really shocked me because in my limited knowledge of herbal substances I
did not think these two were anywhere nearly related.
Wed, 26 Feb 2014
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hello.i read your query.valium (diazepam) is and valerian are two different substances.although they are used for same indication of anxiety and insomnia.and valerian is thought to share the same mechanism of action with valium i.e via GABA receptors.hence drug interaction.hope my answer is helpful to you in understanding the difference and similirity between the two.
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Is Valium And Valerian Root The Same Thing?

hello.i read your query.valium (diazepam) is and valerian are two different substances.although they are used for same indication of anxiety and insomnia.and valerian is thought to share the same mechanism of action with valium i.e via GABA receptors.hence drug interaction.hope my answer is helpful to you in understanding the difference and similirity between the two.