The generic name of this medication is valerian and Brand Names are All-Heal, Amantilla, Baldrian, Baldrianwurzel, Belgium Valerian, Common Valerian, and Fragrant Valerian. The active ingredient of this medication is Valerian. It is primarily used in the treatment of anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, mental strain, lack of concentration, excitability, stress, headache, nervous stomach cramps, uncontrollable urination, menopause, and distress resulting from menstruation. Valerian is extremely popular for its sedative qualities and its function as a central nervous system and smooth muscle group relaxant. It has been used as a sleeping aid for hundreds of years especially when there is excitation or difficulty in falling to sleep due to nervousness. Over 120 chemical components are found in valerian and although a very complex herb, it has not been found to have any negative side effects with moderate use. It is calming without exerting too sedative an effect and is practically non-addictive. It is a valuable treatment for insomnia, the sedative effect due to the valepotriates and the isovaleric acid.