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    If you take the herbal medicine valerian, are there any risks or side effects?

    Question #47036. Asked by mochyn. (May 01 04 12:45 PM)


    McGruff

    		Yes, here are two sites on valerian.

    Valerian Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings
    http://www.personalhealthzone.com/valerian.html

    http://www.pharmacyhealth.net/d/valerian-1662.htm

    It might be best to check with your pharmacist and let him/her know all of the medicines and vitamins you are taking.

    May 01 04, 12:57 PM
    robboy

    		Always consider quantities as well.

    May 01 04, 3:29 PM
    icemannn007

    		More serious side effects include liver toxicity, worsening of stomach ulcers, and altered blood chemistry levels (increased blood sugar and uric acid concentrations).
    http://www.sideeffectsguide.org/niacin-side-effects/

    Aug 14 10, 5:40 AM

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