Kalms Day 168 Tablets are a traditional herbal medicinal product containing valerian root extract, used for the temporary relief of symptoms associated with stress such as mild anxiety, based on traditional use only. The 168 tablets come in an amber glass bottle and are enough for 28 days at the maximum daily dose of 6 tablets.

Key Features

• Traditional herbal medicine: Registered as a traditional herbal medicinal product (THR 01074/0235), so its use for stress is based on traditional use only, not on clinical trial evidence.
• Valerian root extract: Each tablet contains 26 mg of valerian root dry extract, equivalent to 104-130 mg of valerian root.
• Taken after meals: The dose is 2 tablets three times a day with water after meals, up to a maximum of 6 tablets a day.
• Sugar-coated tablets: The tablets are white, round and sugar coated, and are swallowed whole.
• Adults only: It is not recommended for anyone under 18.

How long should I take Kalms Day before I notice a difference?

The leaflet says treatment effects may not be apparent immediately, so Kalms Day should be taken continuously for 2-4 weeks. If your symptoms worsen, or do not improve after 4 weeks, speak to a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner.

Will Kalms Day make me drowsy?

It may make you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are affected, do not drive or operate machines. Avoid alcohol while taking it, as alcohol may increase the sedative effects.

Can I take Kalms Day with other medicines for stress, anxiety or sleep?

No. Do not take Kalms Day if you already take a medicine for stress or anxiety, or a medicine that makes you sleepy. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicines you take or have recently taken, including those bought without a prescription.

Active ingredient: 26 mg of dry extract from valerian root (Valeriana officinalis L.) per coated tablet, equivalent to 104-130 mg of valerian root. Extraction solvent: ethanol 60% v/v.

Other ingredients:

• Extract: maltodextrin, colloidal anhydrous silica.
• Core: hops extract, acacia (spray-dried), icing sugar, magnesium stearate, maize starch, colloidal anhydrous silica, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid.
• Coating: acacia (spray-dried), calcium carbonate (light), carnauba wax, talc, sucrose, titanium dioxide (E171), yellow beeswax.

Adults and the elderly: take 2 tablets three times a day with water after meals. The maximum daily dose is 6 tablets.

Swallow the tablets whole with some water or other liquid. This medicine is for oral, short-term use only.

Take it continuously for 2-4 weeks, as the effects may not be apparent immediately. Speak to a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner if symptoms worsen, or do not improve after 4 weeks.

Do not take more than the leaflet tells you to. If you forget a dose, do not take a double dose to make up for it. If you take too many tablets, consult your doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner as soon as possible.

Do not take Kalms Day if any of the following apply:

• You are allergic to any of the ingredients.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You are under 18 years old.
• You are already taking a medicine for stress or anxiety.
• You are taking a medicine that makes you sleepy.

Other precautions:

• It may make you feel sleepy or dizzy. If affected, do not drive or operate machines.
• Alcohol may increase the sedative effects, so avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.
• It contains sucrose. If a doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to some sugars, consult your doctor before taking it.
• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you take or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines bought without a prescription.

The following side effects have been reported. The leaflet does not give how often they occur:

• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Vomiting
• Abdominal cramps
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nightmares or vivid dreams

If these persist for more than a few days or become troublesome, stop taking the product. Tell your doctor, pharmacist or qualified healthcare practitioner about any side effect, including ones not listed here. You can also report side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.