Valerian and Skullscap tincture

Description

Tinctures are a convient way to take strong tasting herbs. The herbal properties are extracted in to ethanol alcohol. The alcohol strengh is adjusted for each herb  to make the best extraction. We use between 20% to 90% alcohol strengh.

Dose is 5ml (1 teaspoon) in water or juice 2 or 3 times a day.

Tinctures have a long shelf life. They are best stored in a cool, dark place but do not need to be in the fridge.

Valerian and Skullscap tincture in alcohol

(Valeriana officinalis and Scutelleria lateriflora in 30% ethanol alcohol)

This combination is for maintaining normal nerve strengh and anxiety levels. Taken in the daytime it helps to maintain balanced the nerves. Taken in the evening is helps to maintain normal sleep. Can take a dose during the night.

Not suitable when using Warfarin or platelet thinners as  Valerian is a blood thinner.

Valerian potentises sedatives, makes them stronger. So do not use with Ketamine, Esketamine, Buprenorphine, Brexanolone, Sodium oxybate.

If you are taking multiple medications or have a serious health condition consult a herbalist before using.