Dormeasan is a tincture made from the extract of valerian and hops, which is used in order to prevent sleeplessness. We at Healthy Supplies highly recommend Dormeasan.

Valerian is a herb native to Europe, the roots of which have been used throughout history as a sedative. The exact mechanism of action of valerian is still not fully understood, although research points to the production of an inhibitory neurotransmitter called GABA (gamma aminobutyric acid). Valerian extract has been shown in in vitro studies to stimulate the release of GABA from nerve endings in brain cells, and also to subsequently block its reuptake. However the exact chemical within valerian that does this has yet to be isolated, which is why valerian extracts are taken from the whole of the essential oil extracted from the root.

Hops are well-known as the chief constituent of most beer, and like valerian, are native to Europe. Their sedative effect is thought to be caused by the presence of methylbutenol (2-methyl-3-butene-2-ol), but research has proven inconclusive because the methylbutenol is volatile and therefore hard to isolate from the extract of hops. This is one of the reasons why Dormeasan exists as a tincture rather than a tablet.

Dormeasan combines valerian and hops in an alcoholic tincture. To use Dormesan, take 30 drops of the tincture in water, which is around 1ml. This recommended dose typically contains 0.2ml of valerian extract and 0.15ml of hops extract, together with 420mg of ethanol that forms the base of the tincture and which preserves the volatile extracts. This ethanol is a very low dose, corresponding to about 0.05 of a unit of alcohol, or a tablespoonful of beer.

Dormeasan is best taken around an hour before bedtime, and followed by a glass of water. Though the recommended dose is 30 drops, large blokes should probably take more. Unlike antihistamine-based treatments that cannot be taken regularly, Dormeasan is safe for regular use. It promotes a gentle, deep sleep rather than the forced "zombie sleep" of the pharmacy products. In addition, it is useful for treating middle-of-the-night insomnia rather than just onset insomnia, because it promotes a natural, deep sleep and helps to prevent reawakening.

At Healthy Supplies, we have ourselves tested this product in order to verify the manufacturer's claims, and can personally recommend this product. In addition, this product is licensed by the MHRA, the government body responsible for overseeing all claims about medicine.

Product Data

1 ml of Dormesan contains:

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

1 ml of Dormeasan is equivalent to 35 drops. The other ingredients used for the liquid are ethanol and water.

Dormeasan contains 62 vol % ethanol (alcohol), i.e. up to 420 mg per 30 drop dose, equivalent to 11 ml beer (less than a tablespoon) or 4 ml wine (less than a teaspoon) per dose.

Manufacturer's recommended usage: Take 30 drops with a little water, half an hour before bedtime.