A.Vogel Dormeasan Valerian-Hops Oral Drops 50ml is a traditional herbal medicinal product in liquid form, used for the temporary relief of sleep disturbances resulting from mild anxiety. It is a combination of valerian root and hops tinctures taken as drops in a little water, and it is not known to be habit forming, which may matter if you are wary of sleep aids that are.

Key Features

• Traditional herbal use: Used for the temporary relief of sleep disturbances resulting from mild anxiety, based on traditional use only.
• Valerian and hops: Each 1ml contains 0.5ml valerian root tincture and 0.5ml hops strobile tincture.
• Adjustable drops: 30 drops are taken half an hour before bedtime to aid sleep, or 10 to 20 drops once or twice daily for symptoms of mild anxiety.
• Not known to be habit forming: The leaflet states that the product is not known to be habit forming.
• For adults over 18: Suitable for adults and the elderly. Not for anyone under 18.

How long does Dormeasan take to work?

The leaflet says the effects may not be felt immediately and that you may need to take it for up to 4 weeks for best results. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms worsen or you do not feel any benefit within 4 weeks.

Does Dormeasan contain alcohol?

Yes. It contains 62 vol % ethanol (alcohol), up to 420mg per 30 drop dose. This is equivalent to 11ml of beer or 4ml of wine per dose. See Warnings for who should consider this before taking it.

Can I drive after taking Dormeasan?

The product is intended to help you fall asleep. If you feel drowsy, do not drive or operate machinery.

• Vegetarian
• Vegan
• Organic

Active ingredients: 1ml of oral liquid contains:

• Valerian root tincture 0.5ml (Valeriana officinalis L.) (1:10-11), extraction solvent ethanol 58% V/V
• Hops strobile tincture 0.5ml (Humulus lupulus L.) (1:12-13), extraction solvent ethanol 65% V/V

Other ingredients: Ethanol and water.

Additional information: 1ml is equivalent to 35 drops. It is a clear, greenish brown liquid.

For adults and the elderly:

• To aid sleep: Take 30 drops in a little water half an hour before bedtime.
• For symptoms of mild anxiety: Take 10 to 20 drops in a little water once or twice daily.

The effects may not be felt immediately. You may need to take it for up to 4 weeks for best results. Do not take more than the recommended dose. If you forget a dose, take the next dose as usual.

Do not take this product if any of the following apply:

• You are under 18 years of age.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You are allergic to any of the ingredients.
• You are already taking another medicine for your symptoms.
• You are taking another medicine which is affected by alcohol.

Other precautions:

• The product contains 62 vol % ethanol (alcohol). This may be harmful if you suffer from alcoholism. If you have liver disease or epilepsy, consider the alcohol content before taking it.
• If you feel drowsy, do not drive or operate machinery.
• The effects of the product may be increased by alcohol, so excessive use of alcohol should be avoided.
• Talk to your doctor if your symptoms worsen or you do not feel any benefit within 4 weeks.
• If you take too much and feel ill, talk to your doctor. Overdose may result in alcohol intoxication.

Minor side effects can occur, such as feeling sick and stomach discomfort. These are often short-lived and should go away by themselves. If they are troubling you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This list may not include every side effect, so tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are concerned about any side effect or notice one that is not listed.