what’s the difference? how potent is one valarian root pill as compared to valium?
Despite the fact they both begin with the prefix “val”, they aren’t really comparable in such a way. Valerian root wasn’t a factor in the synthesis of diazepam (Valium) nor was the trademark Valium meant to relate to Valerian in any sense. They do, coincidentally, both elicit their actions by interacting with or augmenting the major inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA in some manner, but the way in which they do so and the resultant effects are completely different.
If I could figure out the new posting protocol, I’d have a tasteful link embedded in a witty apothegm. Instead, just go here:
http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/valerian.html (google is your friend)