Mode of action:
VALERIAN (Valeriane officinalis) – Family: Valerianaceae
One of the best known plants use as a natural sleep aid due to the valeric acid activity which has an effect on the nervous system. It has calming, relaxing, sedative and antispasmodic properties. Taken at night, it helps to relax contracted muscles, promote sleep, and improves the quality of sleep by calming cerebral activity.
SKULLCAP (Scutellaria laterifolia) – Family: Lamiaceae
Plant that soothes and calms the nervous system during periods of intense stress and anguish, while diminishing trembling tendencies. Coupled with the other sedative plants contained in BIO-SLEEP, skullcap has a synergistic and sedative effect, and promotes a calmer sleep.
LEMON BALM (Melissa officinalis) – Family: Lamiaceae
Lemon balm calms the central nervous system and quiets the mind of its numerous, ever present thoughts one might have while lying in bed trying to sleep. It relaxes and diminishes anxious and anguishing states.
CATNIP (Nepeta cataria) – Family: Lamiaceae
Catnip is a gentle sedative plant that does not cause drowsiness. It has antispasmodic effects that aid in relaxing muscles. This herb encourages a peaceful sleep, void of nightmares.
CALIFORNIA POPPY (Eschscholzia californica) – Family: Papaveraceae
Analgesic, hypnotic, sedative and antispasmodic properties.
POPPY (Papaver rhoeas) – Family: Papaveraceae
This plant is in close relation to the opium poppy (soporific). The alkaloid content is much lower and therefore will not cause drowsiness like his cousin. Known for its calming effects when excessive nervousness and irritability is present. Its calming effects encourage sleep.
Ingredients (organic) fresh plants each 1.5 ml contains:
Valerian (Valeriane officinalis) (root) (1:2) 190 mg
Skullcap (Scutellaria laterifolia) (herb top) (1:2)………………………………………… 60 mg
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) (herb top) (1:2)…………………………………….. 100 mg
Catnip (Nepeta cataria) (herb top) (1:2)……………………………………………………….70 mg
California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) (herb top) (1:2)……………………….. 40 mg
Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) (flowers) (1:2)……………………………………………………….. 40 mg
Non-medicinal ingredients: 50% organic* ethyl alcohol, water.
Dosage:
Adults and adolescents 13 years and older: take one dose in a little water, 30-45 drops 30-60 minutes before bedtime. Repeat dosage during the night if necessary.
Cautions:

• Consult a health care practitioner if sleeplessness persists beyond 3 weeks (chronic insomnia).
• Consumption with alcohol, other medications or natural health products with sedative properties is not recommended.
• Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen.

Contraindications:

• Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Know adverse reactions:

• Some people may experience drowsiness.
• Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness within 2 hours of taking this product.
• Keep away from children.

NPN 80044944