Calm Tabs By Vitamin World Overview & Drug Interactions

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. The plant is known for its strong, distinctive odor and its purported medicinal effects. Valerian contains a number of active compounds, including valerenic acid and valepotriates, which are believed to have a sedative effect on the body and are may to be helpful in the treatment of insomnia and anxiety. Valerian is also believed to have mild tranquilizing and muscle-relaxing properties and may be helpful in the treatment of muscle spasms and other muscle disorders. The root of the valerian plant is most commonly utilized in dietary supplements and is often standardized for valerenic acid content.

Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is a climbing vine with fragrant white and purple flowers that is native to the Americas. It is purported to have a number of potential health benefits, including reducing anxiety and improving sleep. It is thought to work by increasing the levels of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter in the brain that helps regulate mood and anxiety. Passionflower may also have mild sedative and muscle-relaxing effects and may be helpful in the treatment of muscle spasms and other muscle disorders. Dietary supplements containing passionflower are generally standardized to contain no less than 1.5% of the flavanoid vitexin.

Celery is a type of plant whose stem is commonly consumed as a vegetable. It is a good source of nutrients, including vitamins A, B6, C, and K, as well as calcium, manganese potassium, and folate. It is also a good source of antioxidants. In traditional medicine, celery has been used to treat a variety of health conditions, including hypertension (high blood pressure), anxiety, and insomnia. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties, which may help to lower blood pressure and reduce fluid retention. When celery is utilized for dietary supplements, generally a celery seed extract, or celery seed oil, is used.

German chamomile (Matricaria recutita) is a plant species in the Asteraceae family and is native to Europe and Asia. German chamomile is a popular herbal remedy and is often used in teas, tinctures, and other preparations for its calming and digestive properties. German chamomile has Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status in the United States.

Hops are the female flowers (also known as cones) of the hop plant, Humulus lupulus, and a member of the Cannabaceae family. Hops are native to Europe and are widely cultivated in many parts of the world. Hops have a variety of applications, such as for food flavoring and brewing beer. Hops extract has been used in topical medicinal preparations and as a dietary supplement.

Sweet orange, also known as Citrus sinensis, is a type of citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia. It is a good source of vitamin C and other nutrients, including folate, potassium, and dietary fiber. It is also a good source of antioxidants, which are substances that help to protect the body's cells from damage caused by free radicals. Sweet orange is used in traditional medicine as both aromatherapy and herbal remedies. The essential oil is generally extracted from the sweet orange peel and is used for its purported relaxant properties. As a dietary supplement, it is most commonly used to treat digestive problems and to help reduce the severity of colds and other respiratory infections.