Is herbal medication safe to take?
Patient: is it safe to take a herbal med that contains 500mg of Valerian with the prescription drugs I take which are: gabapentin, atacand, asacol, baclofen, crestor, vit D3, vit b complex, vit c, coq10 the hebal med is Somnapure, a natural sleep aid that also contains, passion flower, lemon balm, L-theanine, hops extract, chamomile flower, passion flower and melatonin. Kathleen Doctor: **1. since the said drug 'somnapure' have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration, The FDA only evaluates foods and drugs, not supplements like these products. These products are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat, or cure any disease. In best Interest I would suggest you to visit a sleep disorders doctor to get some expert help with whatever issues you're having.PS.. Using gabapentin together with valerian may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating, you may also experience some impairment in thinking and judgment. It is important to tell your doctor about all other MEDICATIONS [as mentioned] you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.