title: Valerian use for sleep disturbances related to rheumatoid arthritis.
abstract: Complementary therapies are becoming increasingly popular, particularly for symptoms such as sleep disturbance. The herb valerian may be useful as a mild sleep aid in clinical populations, such as persons with rheumatoid arthritis. This article reviews valerian to inform healthcare providers of potential uses and safety considerations.
authors.affiliation: Center for the Study of Complementary and Alternative Therapies, University of Virginia, School of Nursing, Charlottesville, VA 22908, USA. dmt9v@virginia.edu
authors.forename: Diana M
authors.initials: DM
authors.lastname: Taibi
authors.forename: Cheryl
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Bourguignon
authors.forename: Ann Gill
authors.initials: AG
authors.lastname: Taylor
mesh_terms: D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing; D006694:Holistic Health; D018939:Holistic Nursing; D006801:Humans; D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research; D008517:Phytotherapy; D010936:Plant Extracts / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012890:Sleep / Q000187:drug effects; D012893:Sleep Wake Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control*; D014632:Valerian
chemical_list: D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives; D010936:Plant Extracts