A good sedative for stress. Sedatives by prescription. Sedatives for pregnant and lactating women

Today's rhythm of life leaves virtually no chance for a person to do without medical supplies, including sedatives.

Many turn this into a personal problem, not wanting to dedicate not only close people to it, but without even trying to get qualified advice from specialists, hoping to drink something soothing “from nervous breakdown» on the recommendation of a pharmacist or pharmacist from the nearest pharmacy.

Meanwhile, a huge amount of information on this issue is offered by thematic forums and specialized websites on the Internet.

Anticipating the exorbitant costs for our readers' wallets on expensive but fashionable sedatives, we offer a review of sedatives of a wide range of price ranges and approximately similar strengths.

Givers of peace

Sedatives also called sedatives.

They are designed to enhance inhibition in the nervous system and weaken excitation in it.
In parallel with pacifying the violence of the subcortex: irritability, aggressiveness, quarrelsomeness, cursing, tendency to tears.
These remedies also put the autonomic nervous system in order: they slow down the heartbeat, reduce sweating, hand tremors, and ease intestinal spasms.
Another big advantage of sedatives is that they help with falling asleep. While not hypnotics and not causing a slowdown in the rhythm of the cerebral cortex, these drugs nevertheless normalize physiological sleep and make it easier to fall asleep, removing increased sensitivity to external or internal stimuli.

In combination with sedatives, strong pills such as sleeping pills, antipsychotics, tranquilizers, and painkillers enhance their effect. Therefore, by combining these medications with sedatives, you can reduce their dosages and reduce side effects.

Sedatives are used in the treatment of neurasthenia and neuroses. As aids strong sedatives are suitable for eliminating sleep disorders. In combinations, drugs are used for therapy early stages hypertension, neuroses of the cardiovascular system, menopausal syndrome and irritable bowel syndrome.

Anti-anxiety medications without prescriptions

Ideally, any sedative for nerves should be prescribed by a doctor. After all, behind an ordinary nervous breakdown there may be the onset of a serious mental disorder, and ordinary irritability may hide behind itself hormonal imbalance or severe illness of internal organs.

However, it is common among people to buy and take sedatives on their own, the list of which is expanding every year. Therefore, it is better to familiarize readers in detail with the features of various sedatives offered by pharmacies today.

Medicines from the sedative group have a small number of side effects, which occur relatively rarely. Rebound and withdrawal syndromes are not typical for sedatives; they do not cause addiction or drug dependence. Therefore, most sedative medications are sold in pharmacy chains without a prescription.

Names of the best sedatives

Effective herbal sedatives

Preparations based on herbal raw materials are as safe as possible, environmentally friendly, and place less strain on the pancreas, bile ducts and liver. Humanity has accumulated thousands of years of experience in treating nervous disorders with herbs. Of course, today's opportunities chemical analysis plant raw materials fully confirm the effectiveness of both single-component products from medicinal herbs, and herbal preparations.

Preparations based on valerian are prepared from rhizomes and roots, less often leaves and stems. Alcohol tincture, tablets and extract of valerian, Valevigran (capsules), briquettes from the rhizome, filter bags for making tea reduce nervous excitability, improve sleep, enhance the effect of sleeping pills, and reduce intestinal spasms. Alcohol tincture more effective than tablets. Forty drops may work in an 80-kilogram man suffering from neurasthenia, provided he is not an alcoholic or taking psychotropic drugs. High dosages can slow down the heartbeat and even cause bradycardia.

Medicines based on passionflower incarnate(passion flowers). This vine is used to facilitate falling asleep and increase the depth of sleep, in the complex treatment of neurasthenia (unmotivated fears, anxiety, syndrome obsessive states, increased irritability). These effects are realized due to the alkaloids and flavonoids contained in the passionflower herb. Passionflower also has an antispasmodic and mild anticonvulsant effect (can reduce trembling of the hands and head). Also based on this herb, medicines for menopause have been created (Alora in tablets and syrup), which, in addition to the sedative effect, reduce heartbeat and help with headaches.
Sedatives from motherwort- This alcohol tincture and lily of the valley and motherwort drops, as well as motherwort herb or tablets with motherwort extract.
Peony tincture is very effective for neurasthenia and vegetative-vascular dystonia.
(tablets Negrustin, Neuroplant, Deprim, etc., see instructions in the article) combine the properties of sedative and.


Alvogen Relax (dietary supplement) Valerian, passionflower, hawthorn, 24 caps. 200-280 rub.	Motherwort extract 10 tables 20 rub.	Lily of the valley-motherwort drops	Peony tincture	Peony extract 30 tab. 60-70 rub.

Negrustin St. John's wort extract	Neuroplant St. John's wort extract 20 pcs. 200 rub.	Deprim St. John's wort extract 30 tablets. 150-180 rub. Deprim forte 20 caps. 240 rub.	St. John's wort herb 30-50 rub. 20 sachets	Motherwort grass 30-50 rub. 20 sachets

Combined herbal sedatives

good calming pills herbal products are obtained from combinations of plant materials. Collections allow you to summarize the effects of different medicinal plants and complement one with another, reducing the dosage of each component.

Phytosed

Ingredients: a mixture of motherwort, hops, oats, lemon balm, coriander, sweet clover on an alcohol basis.
Action: Relieves mental stress and anxiety, improves sleep, compensates for increased fatigue. In addition to capsules, the drug is available in the form of an alcohol tincture.
Contraindications: The drug is contraindicated in cases of reduced blood clotting and breastfeeding. Undesirable for pregnant women and those who drive vehicles.
Prescribe 1 teaspoon (5 ml) orally in a small amount of water 3-4 times a day and 1 time before bedtime. The course of treatment is from 10 to 30 days. Shake before use.

Phytosedan 2 and 3

Phytosedan 2 and 3 50-70 rub. 20 filter bags or 50 g. collection
The collection contains:

Phytosedan 2 – motherwort herb, hops, valerian, licorice roots
Phytosedan 3 - sweet clover herb, oregano herb, valerian rhizomes, motherwort herb, thyme herb.

Herbal infusions have an antispasmodic and calming effect.
Indicated: for sleep disorders, arterial hypertension (in complex treatment), increased nervous excitability, migraine, neuroses,.
Contraindicated: with individual intolerance medicinal herbs included in the composition.
Side effects: allergic reactions.
Dosage: 2 tbsp. spoons are poured with 1 cup of boiling water, heated in a water bath for 15 minutes, cooled for 45-60 minutes, filtered, adjusted to 200 ml with boiled water, take 1/2 or 1/5 cup half an hour before meals 4 times a day.

Persen and Persen Forte

They differ - in Persen forte 125 mg. valerian, and Persen contains 50 mg of valerian, the rest is identical. Over-the-counter drug.
Ingredients: dry extract of valerian, lemon balm, peppermint.
Indications: prescribed for irritability, increased nervous excitability, difficulty falling asleep or shallow sleep. Contraindicated in case of fructose intolerance, low blood pressure, inflammation of the bile ducts, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, children under 3 years old for tablets, under 12 years old for capsules.
Side effects: allergies, with long-term use - constipation
Dosage: 2-3 times a day, 1-2 capsules. or 2-3 tablets, for insomnia, 1 r/day an hour before bedtime. You should not take Persen, Persen Night and Persen Forte for more than 1.5-2 months.

Novo-passit

table 10 pcs. 170 RUR, 30 pcs. 350-380 rub.
solution 100 ml 170 rub., 200 ml. 270 rub.

Ingredients: valerian rhizomes, lemon balm herb, St. John's wort, passionflower, hawthorn leaves and flowers, hop fruit, elderberry with the addition of guaifenesin.
A mixture of medicinal herbs has a calming effect, guaifenesin removes fears and suppresses anxiety.
Indications: The drug is prescribed for mild forms of neurasthenia, sleep disorders and headaches due to overwork or stress. For manager's syndrome, insomnia, migraine, menopause (see), itchy dermatoses caused by psychological stress.
Contraindications: children under 12 years of age, with myasthenia gravis, with a tendency to allergic manifestations, with caution when acute diseases Gastrointestinal tract, liver, head injuries, epilepsy.
Side effects of the drug: lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, allergies, stool instability, allergic reactions, muscle weakness, fatigue, exanthema.
Dosage: 3 times a day, 1 tablet or 5 ml. syrup before meals, if nausea occurs, it is better to take during meals.

Dormiplant

50 pcs. 350 rub.

Ingredients: valerian rhizome extract, lemon balm, ethanol. Helps with difficulties falling asleep and nervousness.
Contraindications: children under 6 years old, increased sensitivity, renal failure, pregnancy and lactation, reduces the speed of psychomotor reactions - not recommended when driving.
Side effects: allergic reactions.
Dosage: 2 times a day, 2 tablets for nervous excitability, 2 tablets. half an hour before bedtime if you have difficulty falling asleep.

Liquid forms based on alcohol solutions are used in drops dissolved in water

Valocordin

Valocordin 60-70 rubles, also known as Milocordin, has a sedative, mild hypnotic effect, reduces central nervous system excitation.
Ingredients: phenobarbital, bromoisovaleric acid ester, hop oil, peppermint dissolved in a mixture of ethyl alcohol and water.
Indications: Indispensable for cardiac neurosis, insomnia, neuroses accompanied by fear, irritability, and anxiety.
Contraindications: pregnancy and lactation, impaired renal and liver function.
Side effects: causes drowsiness and dizziness; with prolonged use, loss of coordination of movement, depression, apathy, hemorrhagic diathesis, conjunctivitis, and rhinitis may occur.
The dosage and duration of treatment is determined by the doctor.

Corvalol

Compound : peppermint oil, phenobarbital, ethyl bromizovalerianate.
The composition is similar to Valocardin, therefore the action is close to it, but the effect of the product is weaker. Corvalol works as a sedative and mild hypnotic. It can relieve spasms of the heart vessels and capillaries, slows down the heartbeat, and therefore helps with functional cardiovascular disorders (vegetative-vascular dystonia, arterial hypertension). Also effective as an intestinal antispasmodic.
Contraindications: for drops - for children under 3 years of age, for tablets - up to 18 years of age, pregnancy, lactation, renal, etc. For drops also traumatic brain injury and brain diseases.
Side effects: causes dizziness and drowsiness, slowness heart rate, allergic manifestations, decreased concentration. With prolonged use - withdrawal syndrome, addiction.

Zelenin drops

25 ml. 10-30 rub.
Ingredients: a mixture of tinctures of lily of the valley, valerian, belladonna and levomenthol.
Indications: chronic heart failure, vegetative-vascular dystonia, increased excitability, spasms of the gastrointestinal tract, decreased appetite, biliary dyskinesia, chronic cholecystitis.
Contraindications: prostatic hyperplasia, pregnancy, lactation, hypersensitivity, peptic ulcer duodenum and stomach, children under 18 years of age, severe endocarditis, angle-closure glaucoma. With caution in case of alcoholism, brain diseases, head injury.
Side effects: muscle weakness, allergic reactions, diarrhea, vomiting, heartburn, arrhythmia, headache, urinary retention with prostate hyperplasia.

Valosedan- used to brake the central nervous system for neuroses or stress. The effect of the drug is enhanced by small doses of sodium barbital. In addition, the medicine contains tinctures of hawthorn, rhubarb, hops, valerian extract, and ethyl alcohol.
Valocormid- the drug of choice for cardiac neuroses with bradycardia (pulse rate less than 60). A medicine based on tinctures of lily of the valley, belladonna, valerian, menthol and sodium bromide.
Valoserdin- a mixture of phenobarbital, ethyl ester of bromoisovaleric acid, oregano and peppermint oils. In addition to the sedative effect, the medicine reduces the heart rate, relieves intestinal spasms. It is used for cardioneuroses with pain in the heart and increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, intestinal colic, sleep disorders. Available without a prescription.
Sedariston- (St. John's wort, valerian, lemon balm) - an effective drug for vegetative manifestations of neuroses.
Nervoflux- prescribed when chronic stress, insomnia. This is a herbal tea mixture consisting of orange blossom, lavender, mint leaves, licorice root, valerian rhizome extract and hop cones.

Calm, just calm

About twenty years ago, bearded stories about how bromine tincture is poured into army tea in order to eliminate the nervousness and excessive sexuality of the defenders of the Motherland were no less popular than the children's cartoon about Carlson, whose favorite saying was a phrase calling to remain calm, since the matter is generally everyday. Since the author of the story about the baby and Carlson has not written anything about bromine, we will undertake to fill the gap.

Bromides (bromine-based sedatives) help enhance inhibitory processes in the brain and balance excitation and inhibition. These are inexpensive drugs, often in the form of mixtures or drops.

If these drugs are taken uncontrolled, for a long time and in high dosages, you can get poisoning known as bromism. Its main manifestations are a dry cough, lacrimation, snot and a skin rash resembling acne vulgaris.

Adonis Brom

20 tab. 80 rub.
Ingredients: Potassium Bromide and Adonis spring herb glycoside.
It has sedative and cardiotonic effects, prescribed for neurotic syndrome with increased heart rate and vegetative-vascular dystonia. Sold in pharmacies without a prescription.
Contraindications: angina pectoris, bradycardia, ulcer of the esophagus, stomach, pregnancy, lactation, children under 18 years of age, with fructose intolerance.
Side effects: nausea, vomiting, allergic reactions, weakness, skin rash, conjunctivitis, memory loss, cough, rhinitis, apathy.
Application: 3 times a day, 1 tablet.

Bromcamphor

30 tab. 100 rub.
Like other bromides, this drug has a calming effect, improves cardiac activity, and enhances inhibition processes in the brain.
Used: for increased excitability and sleep disorders, for lability of blood pressure, cardialgia, tachycardia, asthenia.
Contraindicated: children under 7 years of age, with renal, liver failure, increased sensitivity.
Side effects: drowsiness, allergic reactions, lethargy.
Dosage: adults and children over 14 years old 2-3 times a day, 1-2 tablets, from 10-14 years old 2/3 times a day, 1 tablet, 7-10 years old - 2 times a day, 1 table. The course of treatment is 10-14 days.

Funds from other groups

Magnesia- 25% solution of magnesium sulfate, known as magnesia and ancient remedy from hypertensive crises and increased intracranial pressure, when administered into a vein, depending on the dose, can cause a sedative effect or work as a sleeping pill. The solution also relieves spasms of smooth muscles, reduces pain in the intestines and uterus. In case of overdose, it can cause poisoning, which is treated with calcium chloride.

Phenibut

10 tables 100 rub
20 tab. 130-200 rub.

Tablets, like all strong sedatives, are sold according to a doctor’s prescription, but the sedative is pure form is not. This is a nootropic (aminophenyl butyric acid hydrochloride) in tablets. It improves the nutrition of neurocytes and accelerates the transmission of nerve impulses. At the same time, it also exhibits sedative properties: it reduces tension and anxiety, and helps normalize sleep. It is used before operations to enhance the effect of anesthesia, as well as in combination with sleeping pills, the effect of which it enhances. Additionally eliminates headaches and systemic dizziness.
Indications for its use are quite wide: neuroses, anxiety states, autonomic disorders, insomnia, in children with tics, with alcoholism to eliminate psychopathological disorders, with vestibular disorders, with motion sickness, with.
Contraindications: in the 1st trimester of pregnancy, during lactation, children under 2 years of age, with individual intolerance, liver failure, ulcerative lesions Gastrointestinal tract.
Side effects: nausea, headache, drowsiness, anxiety, dizziness, agitation, allergic reactions - itching, rash. With long-term use of the drug, it is necessary to monitor blood counts and liver function.
Dosage: treatment courses for 2-3 weeks, the drug is taken after meals 3 times a day, 1-2 tablets. adults, children 2-8 years old, 50-100 mg 3 times a day, 8-14 years old, 1 tablet. 3 r/day. For alcohol withdrawal syndrome, 1-2 tablets. 3 r/day or 3 tablets at night. To prevent motion sickness, take 1-2 tablets once an hour before the onset of motion sickness or at the onset of the first signs of seasickness.

Afobazole

60 tab. 270-300 rub.
It is classified as a tranquilizer, but is sometimes mistakenly called a sedative, which makes sense, since the medicine suppresses irritability, anxiety, tearfulness, anticipation of trouble, fearfulness, and helps to relax and fall asleep. The tablets also remove organic manifestations of anxiety and fear (palpitations, hand trembling, increased breathing, intestinal colic, dry mouth, dizziness, sweating). When people think about strong sedatives without prescriptions, Afobazole is the first name they name.
Contraindications: children under 18 years of age, pregnancy, lactation, hypersensitivity.
Side effects: allergic reactions.
Dosage: after meals, 3 times a day, 10 mg for 2-4 weeks; according to indications, the course can be extended to 3 months.

Tenoten

40 pcs. 160 rub.
This popular drug recent years, available in tablets. It contains antibodies to a specific protein of the central nervous system, improves the emotional background, improves mood, reduces irritability and nervous tension. Drowsiness or lethargy does not develop.
Indications: psychosomatic diseases, increased irritability, stress, anxiety, autonomic disorders, memory loss, neuroses and neurosis-like conditions.
Contraindications: children under 18 years of age, hypersensitivity.
Side effects: not identified.
Dosage: 1-2 tablets. in the interval between meals, keep in the mouth until completely absorbed 2-4 times a day, for a course of 1-3 months.

Homeopathic sedatives

Soothing homeopathy is represented mainly by mixtures of herbs with added sweeteners. Since drugs are most often recommended to be dissolved in the mouth, active ingredients are quickly absorbed into the sublingual veins and the medications begin to work almost immediately from the start of administration.


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Gelarium	Nervochel	Leovit	Notta	Neurosed

At the end of the last century, there was a saying that stress was a disease of the 20th century. The 21st century has arrived, but nothing has changed. As before, “all diseases are caused by nerves”: the pace of life is accelerating, demands are increasing, fatigue is increasing. Pharmacology also does not stand still, offering new and new sedatives. To help you understand this diversity, we offer our rating of sedatives. Only over-the-counter drugs are included in the rating.

You need to know that most sedative medications “reach their maximum” within one to two weeks after starting use. Therefore, there is no need to rush and exceed the dosage specified in the instructions, even if at first it seems that the medicine “does not work.”

There are contraindications. Consult your doctor.

The best products of synthetic origin

No matter how many people are prejudiced against “chemistry,” everything that happens inside the body is, by and large, just a complex of chemical reactions and physical interactions. And the more scientists learn about these reactions and interactions, the more accurate and targeted their work is. medicines. In this section we included both achievements of pharmaceutical synthesis and drugs that could be called natural if a synthetic substance were not added to them to enhance the effect.

4 Tryptophan Calm Formula

A popular drug with a controversial reputation
Country: Russia
Average price: 254 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.5

We start our review with capsules Russian production"Tryptophan Calm Formula" from the Evalar brand. The unique mechanism of action of the amino acid that gives the drug its name allows it to fully influence the human body both day and night, helping to normalize the psycho-emotional background and improve the quality of sleep. Enhanced with vitamins B5 and B6, L-tryptophan helps to quickly cope with nervousness, reduces aggressiveness and irritability, and also reduces the adaptation period when changing time zones. For best results, it is recommended to take 1 capsule twice a day for 1 month. If necessary, after a short break, the course can be repeated (after consultation with the doctor).

In their reviews, many users note the good effects of the drug, but there are also those who did not feel the expected effect at all. Because of such mixed reviews, we leave “Tryptophan Calm Formula” in last place in its category of the best sedatives.

3 Valemidin

The best combination action product
Country: Russia
Average price: 115 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.6

Another drug that could be called herbal if diphenhydramine were not added to it as a sedative component. However, its dosage is such as to only potentiate the effect of medicinal herbal extracts. In addition to valerian and mint, known for their calming properties, the product contains extracts of motherwort and hawthorn, which lower blood pressure. We would not recommend replacing antihypertensive drugs with this drug for “experienced” hypertensive patients, but for relatively young people who note high blood pressure under stress (previously this condition was called neurocirculatory dystonia or cardiovascular dystonia), it can help. In addition, both hawthorn and mint relieve spasms of smooth muscles gastrointestinal tract, so this remedy may be the best for those who suffer from “bear sickness” due to stress or simply feel discomfort in the stomach.

Contraindicated during pregnancy, during breastfeeding, under 18 years of age, hypotensive patients (may further reduce blood pressure).

2 Valoserdin

Best economy
Country: Russia
Average price: 75 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

This composition has been around for many years, and our grandmothers used it. Bromoisovaleric acid ethyl ester, peppermint and oregano oils dissolved in alcohol. Phenobarbital, a known hypnotic, is added in a dose below therapeutic, but sufficient to potentiate the effect of herbal sedatives. At correct use in doses not exceeding those specified in the instructions (from 15 to 30 drops no more than 3 times a day), the drug is not addictive. However, phenobarbital in its composition enhances the effect of not only plant extracts, but also any sedatives and reduces the effect of tonics. In addition, it reduces the effect of antibiotics and contraceptives. Contraindicated during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, and under 18 years of age. In general, valoserdin is inexpensive, quite effective, despite its advanced age, and quite safe, which, based on its combined merits, received a place in our rating.

Signs of depression: if you find yourself with 5 or more symptoms from next list that do not go away for 2 or more weeks - see a doctor immediately!

Bad mood;
altered sleep: intermittent, restless, with early awakening;
hobbies disappeared, previously interesting things became uninteresting;
difficulty concentrating;
it is difficult to choose from several options and make a decision;
lethargy, lethargy;
constant feeling of guilt, own uselessness;
it is difficult to “get moving”, apathy;
change in appetite: loss of desire to eat or constant “eating”

1 Afobazole

Optimal combination of effectiveness and safety
Country: Russia
Average price: 378 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

Calms, reduces anxiety, normalizes the neuropsychic state when trying to quit smoking or “quit” alcohol, during PMS time. Improves sleep if problems falling asleep are caused by unpleasant thoughts. It is combined with alcoholic drinks, which allows you not to attract undue attention to yourself at family and friendly celebrations. Do not take during pregnancy, breastfeeding and under 18 years of age. Due to the fact that the quality auxiliary component(filler) tablets contain lactose and should not be used by people intolerant to this substance. In general, this is an extremely small list of contraindications for a sedative, so Afobazol takes a worthy place in our rating for its combination of effectiveness and safety.

The best herbal products

No matter how effective modern pharmacology, there are also many fans of traditional herbal remedies. This has its own logic: the effect of herbal medicines is usually milder, often such drugs have a wider age range and a smaller list of possible side effects. However, we must remember that herbal products are more allergenic than synthetic ones: herbs never contain only one active ingredient, and the more complex the composition, the higher the likelihood of allergies. Herbal medicine is, in principle, contraindicated for those suffering from any allergic pathology, ranging from hay fever to bronchial asthma. Many, of course, ignore this rule, and undesirable consequences do not always occur, but we are obliged to warn.

4 Positive

Multi-component herbal complex to support the nervous system
Country: Russia
Average price: 660 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.5

The natural plant complex “Positive” is intended to stabilize the nervous system under conditions of increased psycho-emotional stress. Helps to remain calm in particularly difficult situations, eliminates feelings of groundless anxiety, improves night sleep and mood during the day. The product contains a number of effective natural extracts - ginseng root, Eleutherococcus senticosus and Ginkgo biloba, which have mild antidepressant and tonic properties.

“Positive” is produced in the form of small gelatin capsules, which should be taken in the morning with meals. The course of treatment is at least 14 days. A repeat course is possible after a 1-2 month break. Strict contraindications There is no dietary supplement for taking, however, for serious pathologies cardiovascular system, high blood pressure or while expecting a child, from using this drug It's better to refuse.

3 Motherwort Forte Evalar

Mild sedative + restorative
Country: Russia
Average price: 291 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.6

One of the most popular and time-tested natural sedatives based on motherwort extract not only has a sedative effect, but also restorative effect on the body. One Motherwort Forte tablet from the Evalar company contains a daily dose of magnesium carbonate and vitamin B6, which helps to quickly relieve feelings of emotional stress, anxiety and irritability. In addition, the drug helps to gently lower blood pressure, strengthens the heart muscle and acts as a gentle muscle relaxant. The undoubted “advantage” of the drug is that it is not addictive even with a long period of therapy.

The recommended dosage (unless the attending physician has prescribed another prescription) is 1-2 tablets. per day, taken with meals. Contraindications include pregnancy, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, as well as erosive gastritis in the acute stage. Sold without a prescription.

2 Persen

The best natural sleeping pill
Country: Slovenia
Average price: 360 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

The composition of this product is traditional and simple: extract of valerian, lemon balm and peppermint. However, this combination, judging by reviews, is very effective as a sleeping pill. But you need to use it during the day with caution, especially if you drive a car: side effects such as lethargy and lethargy are possible, which, however, are characteristic of any valerian-based product. However, for adults, the choice of sedatives that do not affect the reaction is quite large, but the fact that the drug can be used by children starting from the age of three is an undoubted advantage of this medicine, making it the best in its category.

1 Novo-passit

The best remedy with anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) effect
Country: Czech Republic
Average price: 206 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

It would seem that this remedy has a place among synthetic drugs due to the presence of guaifenesin in it. Like diphenhydramine, which was developed as an antiallergic drug and is now used primarily as a sleep aid and sedative, guaifenesin was patented in 1012 as an antitussive drug and is now used as an anxiety reliever. However, the substance is of natural origin and is extracted from the bark of the guaiac tree, which allowed Novopassit to take its place in the ranking as the best herbal preparation with an anxiolytic effect. Because its main components are entirely natural: rhizomes and roots of valerian, lemon balm, St. John's wort, hawthorn, passionflower, hops, elderberry. Contraindications include age under 12 years, allergy to the components of the drug. Relative contraindication– pregnancy.

The best homeopathic remedies

Official science considers homeopathy ineffective - a recent verdict of a commission of the Russian Academy of Sciences recognized it as a pseudoscience. However, these remedies also have their fans, which prompted us to highlight the most famous homeopathic sedatives in a separate section of the rating. Without discussing issues of effectiveness, we can say that at least a homeopathic medicine cannot cause harm.

4 Calm Tablets

The most affordable sedative homeomedicine for adults
Country: Russia
Average price: 81 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.5

A sedative for adults with the self-explanatory name “Calm” is available in the form of sublingual tablets that can be taken without drinking water. This inexpensive homeomedicine is prescribed for increased excitability of the central nervous system, irritability, insomnia, frequent migraines, as well as neuroses accompanying cardiovascular disorders. Not addictive. “Calm” should be taken in the morning, a quarter of an hour before breakfast, without chewing or swallowing. Daily dose – 1 tablet for 1-2 months. In stressful situations, it is recommended to take it more frequently, but not more than 3 times a day.

This drug should not be used to treat children under 18 years of age. It is also contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women. Patients with congenital lactase deficiency - with caution. The average price for homeopathic tablets “Calm” does not exceed 90 rubles, which allows us to call this remedy the best in terms of affordability in its category.

3 Homeostresses

An effective sedative, but there are contraindications
Country: France
Average price: 373 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.6

French lozenges "Homeostres" based on the herb belladonna and borax capulata (also known in our country as "wolfsroot") are a multicomponent homeopathic drug to combat anxiety, irritability and insomnia. The drug has a fairly strong effect on the nervous system, so it has a limited period of administration - no more than one week. Maximum daily norm makes up 6 tablets, which are recommended to be slowly dissolved in the mouth, 2 pieces at a time. three times a day.

It should be noted that the composition, in addition to active substances, includes lactose and sucrose. Therefore, people with high blood sugar levels (diabetics of the 1st and 2nd types), as well as those who have been diagnosed with hypolactasia, should use Homeostres with extreme caution. The drug is prescribed only to adult patients. It is contraindicated for children, pregnant and lactating women.

2 Rescue Remedy spray

"First aid" for stress. Most convenient way applications
Country: UK
Average price: 1293 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

Action homeopathic remedy produced by British pharmaceutical company"A. Nelson & Co. Limited" is based on Bach flower homeopathy - direction alternative therapy, which helps the body during nervous overstrain. In Russia, the brand's drugs have passed mandatory registration The Ministry of Health, therefore their use is officially permitted.

Thanks to its non-standard release form, the Rescue Remedy sublingual spray has the fastest action, which is especially important for restoring the emotional background in stressful situations. Available in bottles of 10 and 20 ml. Recommended daily dose– at least 4 sprays per day. The composition includes grape alcohol, so the spray is contraindicated for children under 3 years of age. The special impact of small doses of the drug on drivers or workers in other areas requiring increased attention, was not identified. According to user reviews, "Rescue Remedy" is an effective " ambulance", which can save our nervous system in moments of difficult circumstances.

1 Tenoten

Best homeopathic sedative
Country: Russia
Average price: 217 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

According to the instructions, the drug has antidepressant, antiasthenic (reduces fatigue) and anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) effects. Also, according to the manufacturer, the product strengthens the central nervous system, improves attention and memory and increases the body's resistance to stress. Approved for use in children over 3 years of age.

The best soothing herbal teas

Using herbal remedies to relieve tension, anxiety and sleep problems is one of the most ancient ways to strengthen frayed nerves. Despite the fact that these drinks are completely natural and contain only plant extracts, it should be remembered that in case of overdose they can cause serious pathologies requiring urgent hospitalization. Therefore, before taking any soothing herbal teas, be sure to consult with your doctor so as not to cause further harm to your health.

3 Herbal tea “Calming with lemon balm”

Inexpensive natural phytocollection with wide action
Country: Russia
Average price: 152 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.6

Since ancient times, Melissa has been considered one of the most effective plants for treatment various pathologies nervous system. Tea with this aromatic herb has a mild sedative effect and also relieves muscle spasms(for example, during critical days in women). Herbal infusion with lemon balm is indicated for men with erectile dysfunction, its correct technique has a beneficial effect on reproductive function and reduces increased sexual excitability.

In addition to the main component, the herbal collection includes mint leaves, motherwort, hop fruits, valerian root, rose hips and hawthorn. This contraindication herbal preparation practically none, but it should be used with caution by people with a tendency to allergic reactions to herbs. “Herbal tea with lemon balm” goes on sale in the form of dry raw materials in 75 g bags. To prepare one serving, 1 table is enough. spoons of crushed plants, brewed with a glass of boiling water.

2 Phytosedan

An excellent herbal remedy as part of complex therapy
Country: Russia
Average price: 76 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

The soothing collection “Fitosedan” is available in disposable filter bags, which should be brewed with boiling water and drunk half a glass twice a day before meals. It is recommended to take the drug in a course of 2-4 weeks, if necessary re-treatment consultation with a doctor is required. Included natural remedy includes motherwort herb (almost half of the total volume), 20% hop cones, 15% peppermint leaves and the same amount of valerian root. All these medicinal plants They are distinguished by their ability to reduce the excitability of the central nervous system and have a moderate sedative and antispasmodic effect.

As part of complex therapy, the collection helps to effectively combat increased irritability and neuroses. However, with long-term use and non-compliance with dosages, “Fitosedan” can provoke a decrease in psychomotor reactions and loss of concentration, which should be taken into account by those who spend a lot of time behind the wheel.

1 Enerwood Valery tea drink

The best combination of pleasant taste and benefits for the body
Country: Russia
Average price: 330 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

Teas and natural drinks from Enerwood are well known to many adherents of a healthy lifestyle and those who prefer to support wellness with the help of “gifts of nature”. Valery's soothing tea drink optimally combines taste and benefits. It contains herbs that have long been known for their mild sedative effect - motherwort and chamomile, and thanks to the addition of cinnamon and pieces of dried apples, the tea acquires an incredibly pleasant and bright aroma. The raw materials underlying this herbal remedy, is environmentally safe and high concentration useful substances, since it was collected at the peak of its biological activity.

According to reviews, Valery tea promotes sound sleep, relieves nervous tension, and also helps to maintain adequacy and calm in stressful situations (for example, during checks at work or exams in educational institution). To achieve maximum effect, the course of taking the herbal mixture should range from 10 days to 2 months.

Many people believe that sedatives are only necessary for older people. This is a common misconception, which today is increasingly refuted by both representatives of medicine and life situations.

And the main thing here is to choose the right drug so that the result of its use does not take long to arrive and there are as few side effects as possible.

It is very difficult to avoid a nervous breakdown, anxiety, worries and other stress-related situations. Often, the only way out similar situation is taking sedatives
Today medicines Such actions are represented very widely. This explains the complexity of their choice. The main types of such drugs are sedatives and tranquilizers. They differ in orientation, properties and of course composition
Sedatives, unlike tranquilizers, mainly consist of components of natural origin. Due to this, they have virtually no side effects when taken.
Drugs of chemical origin have a more powerful effect. But they have many side effects. Therefore, when choosing the drug you need, you need to learn more about its features.

Herbal sedatives. Herbal sedatives

Herbal sedatives are a very large group that are very often recommended by doctors

Synthetic drugs contain chemical compounds that can negatively affect some internal organs. Herbal preparations act more gently, due to which there is practically no risk of addiction to them.

Valerian

This remedy is the most common medicine used for sleep disorders and increased excitability of the nervous system. The drug is produced in the form of tablets and acts very gently. The effect does not occur immediately, but lasts for a long time
The dosage is determined individually and is contraindicated only for those who are intolerant to valerian. Since valerian extract can cause reaction disturbances, drivers should take this remedy with great caution
Valerian extract is indicated for increased anxiety, cardiovascular disorders, depression and panic attack.
You can buy such tablets at any pharmacy; they are available without a prescription. But, before taking them, it is advisable to consult a doctor.
Based on valerian, such a popular remedy as Novo-Passit is produced. In addition to valerian, this sedative contains components of St. John's wort, lemon balm, passionflower, hawthorn, elderberry and hops.
Another widely advertised medicine based on this plant is "Persen". It can also be used to combat increased excitability of the nervous system, insomnia and stress.
In addition to valerian, Persen contains lemon balm and mint extract. It is available in the form of tablets and capsules

Motherwort

Motherwort-based sedatives are very popular. They are not only safe, but also effective. Motherwort can be used in its pure form or mixed with valerian, hawthorn and peony to enhance the effect.

This herb has other effects as well. She is able to reduce blood pressure and improve heart function.

Motherwort can be used for nervous excitability, insomnia, hypertension, heart disease, cardiosclerosis and hyperfunction thyroid gland. In addition, with the help of such a remedy you can cope with a hangover.
The “standard” dosage of motherwort tincture is 30-40 drops three times a day
The most popular sedative based on this herb is "Motherwort forte" from the company Evalar. It comes in tablet form and has virtually no side effects.
For sleep disorders and nervous disorders during menopause, medications based on passiflora. For vegetative-vascular dystonia, such a herbal preparation as peony tincture
One of the most potent herbal preparations is "Notta". It contains a complex of components: oats, chamomile and coffee tree. This remedy produces a tranquilizing effect for anxiety, anxiety, stress, nervous exhaustion, anxiety
All sedatives can affect each person differently. Therefore, they must be selected purely individually

Sedatives

If the package says “has a sedative effect,” this means that this is a product with a relaxing and sometimes hypnotic effect.
Unlike tranquilizers, such drugs act more gently and have virtually no side effects. Most sedatives that have a sedative effect contain herbal components.
And they were described above. Yes, the usual alcoholic tincture of valerian is a real sedative.

Today in any pharmacy you can find many combination drugs related to such sedatives. They contain not one, but several plant components:

"Dormiplant"(pills)
"Muscovy"(balm)
"Nobrassit"(solution)
"Klosterfrau Melisana"(elixir)
"Gerbion"(drops)
"Carmolis"(drops)
"Fitorelax"(pills)
"Patrimin"(pills)

Combination drugs may also contain synthetic components. But, at the same time, it also has a mild effect on the nervous system and is available without a doctor’s prescription. These include:

"Corvalol"(peppermint oil, ethyl alcohol and phenobarbital)
"Valocordin"(valerian, lily of the valley, menthol, belladonna and sodium bromide)
"Lavocordin"(peppermint, hop oil, phenobarbital and ethyl bromizovalerianate)
"Valoserdin"(Oregano, Peppermint, Phenobarbital and Ethyl Bromoisovalerate)
"Cardolol"(peppermint, phenabarbital and alpha-bromoisovaleric acid ethyl ester)

They have been produced for over 150 years and are also available in pharmacies without a prescription. The most popular bromine-containing sedatives are
"Bromenval"
Lily of the valley-valerian drops with sodium bromide
"Sodium bromide"
"Adonis-bromine"

Bromine has sedative effect and helps with stress and insomnia.

Mild sedatives, list

Feelings of anxiety and restlessness affect 98% of all adults on our planet. Frequent occurrence of such problems can negatively affect the nervous and cardiovascular systems.

In order to avoid such complications, you need to help your body with the help of sedatives. Many of them have soft action and are not addictive.

"Afobazol"

“Afobazol”, although considered a mild tranquilizer, is capable of successfully dealing with stress, fears, various manifestations neuroses and neurasthenia
Feelings of anxiety and stress arise due to disturbances in the functioning of GABA receptors. To normalize their work, the body uses special intracellular proteins of the nervous system. Afobazole activates the action of these proteins and helps the nervous system return to normal
This medicine acts gently and does not cause drowsiness, a feeling of lethargy or addiction. Of the contraindications, it is worth noting only pregnancy, lactation and hypersensitivity to the components included in the composition. Children under 18 years of age should also avoid Afobazole.

"Dormiplant"

These tablets contain lemon balm leaf extract and valerian root. In addition to its calming effect and relieving nervous tension, this drug is used to restore healthy sleep and improve falling asleep. Dormiplant tablets are taken before bedtime.

Side effects of this sedative include drowsiness, dizziness, intestinal cramps and allergic reactions to the components of the drug.

"Sedavit"

"Sedavit" contains such plant components as valerian, St. John's wort, hawthorn, mint and hop cones.

As well as synthetic substances: pyridoxine and nicotinamide. "Sedavit" is available in the form of tablets and solution for internal use
With this drug you can reduce feelings of fear and anxiety, as well as mental stress. Active substances This medicine normalizes the functioning of the nervous system and improves the structure of nervous tissue
Indications for taking Sedavit are neurasthenia, asthenic syndrome, neurocirculatory dystonia, stage 1 hypertension, menopausal syndrome and mild forms of dysmenorrhea
You should stop taking this drug if you are hypersensitive to the components of the drug, gastric ulcer, bronchial asthma, diabetes mellitus, urolithiasis and for some other ailments

"Sedasen forte"

The basis of this medicine is dry extracts of mint, lemon balm and valerian

This drug has the same effect as those described above.

"Sedafiton"

This sedative contains thick extracts of valerian, motherwort and hawthorn. These tablets are used to improve the nervous system and cardiovascular system.

"Trivalumen"

This mild sedative contains dry extracts of valerian, peppermint, hops and bean trifoliate. Trivalumen capsules are used as a sedative and hypnotic.

What are the cheapest sedatives? List of inexpensive sedatives

Many sedatives, especially those based on herbal ingredients, can be bought at any pharmacy quite cheaply. Below is a list of such drugs, the cost of which is less than 100 rubles.

Glycine

The basis of this medicine is the aminoacetic acid glycine. She acts as a regulator metabolic processes nervous system
Glycine can improve brain function, reduce aggression, normalize sleep and relieve psychosis. emotional state
Glycine is prescribed to people exposed to stress, adolescents who exhibit a hostile attitude towards others and stroke survivors
The price of this drug is 40 – 85 rubles. No prescription required for purchase at a pharmacy

Motherwort tablets

Another popular sedative is motherwort tablets. Their use is indicated for a negative state of the central nervous system, increased excitability and sleep problems
In addition, motherwort has an anti-inflammatory and restorative effect.
The price of this drug is 20 rubles. No prescription required for purchase at a pharmacy

Evening dragee

These dragees contain a complex of plant components: valerian, mint and hops
Thanks to them, Evening dragee has a tranquilizing and sedative effect
With the help of this drug you can normalize the functioning of the cardiovascular system and relieve the symptoms of insomnia
The price of this drug is about 50 rubles. Can be used without a doctor's prescription

Green drops

Another popular cheap sedative based on herbal ingredients
Zelina drops contain belladonna leaf extract, lily of the valley tincture, menthol and valerian root extract.
The drug has cardiotonic, antispasmodic and sedative effects

Adonis-bromine

Adonis-bromine is a remedy for the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia, irritability and heart failure
The basis of the drug is herbal components and a bromine derivative
The price of this drug is about 90 rubles. Can be used without a doctor's prescription

Homeopathic sedatives

Unlike many strong sedatives, homeopathic medicines have a milder effect
At the same time, the effect of their use can be not only commensurate with tranquilizers and sedatives, but also exceed them.
In homeopathy, not complex preparations are often used, but single remedies. Among them, substances from traditional medicine: valerian, passionflower, bryonia
Typically, a homeopathic doctor, based on the patient’s individual data and symptoms of the disease, prescribes one or two remedies. But, at the pharmacy you can buy homeopathic sedatives based on several components
For adults, it is recommended to use homeopathic medicines such as: “Avena comp”, “Neurosed” and “Calm down”. There are drugs of this kind for children. Granules have proven themselves well "Naughty" And "Babysed". They can be given to children from 6-7 years old. Even more for children early age drops recommended "Rescue Remedy", "Valerianahel" and granules "Kindinorm"
Even those products that are recommended for use in children should not be used without the recommendation of the attending physician. Most often, homeopathic medicines do not have side effects, but you should not self-medicate

Children's sedatives

In addition to the above-described children's homeopathic medicines, specially developed sedatives can be used for the child
But before doing this, you need to understand the cause of the child’s anxiety. It may be necessary to reduce the time your child is allowed to watch TV. Anxiety can manifest itself in poor diet or teething. In any case, before using children's sedatives, you should consult your pediatrician.
It is best to use drugs as sedatives for a child. plant origin. They have a milder effect and have fewer side effects
Traditionally, preparations based on motherwort, mint, valerian and other medicinal herbs are used for this. They are used in children for sleep disorders and nervous excitability.
A child can brew mint leaves and stems. This plant can not only relieve nervous tension, but also have an anti-stress and antidepressant effect.
If a child has severe emotional anxiety, you can use the method already described in this article above. "Persen". It can be given to a child from 3 years of age (tablets) or from 12 years of age (capsules)

Also very popular in our country are soothing drops for children “Bayu-bai”

They can be taken from the age of five.

Some pediatricians recommend such a remedy as "Citral". It contains valerian root extract, motherwort tincture, sodium bromide and magnesium sulfate. It can be used by children from 6 years of age.

More serious drugs such as "Phenazepam", "Sibazon", "Tazepam" And "Elenium" in some cases it can be used to treat a child’s nervous agitation. But, only under the supervision of a doctor.

Anti-anxiety drugs for adults

Many adults cannot use sedatives that cause drowsiness, decreased reaction and concentration. It is best for them to use drugs from the list below:

"Phenibut". These tablets give a strong effect, but have virtually no side effects. With their help, you can get rid of fear, relieve tension and improve the quality of sleep. Phenibut tablets can increase mental performance, improve concentration and memory.

"Fitosed". This remedy has a good sedative effect

The herbal components included in its composition complement each other. “Fitosed” is used to relieve mental stress and anxiety. The drug has a beneficial effect on the nervous system and normalizes sleep. Apply "Fitosed" Possible in case of rapid fatigue and heavy physical exertion
"Cipramil". This remedy increases the amount of serotonin in the brain. This hormone is responsible for mood and emotions. Among the advantages of this drug, it should be noted that it is compatible with antihistamines and analgesics. It does not cause pressure surges and does not provoke weight gain. Unfortunately, Tsipramil has such side effects as addiction
"Adaptol". Prescribed for frequent anxiety, increased irritability, feelings of fear, etc. No drowsiness was detected while taking this medication.
"Novo-Passit". This product is made on the basis of medicinal herbs: lemon balm, hawthorn, St. John's wort and black elderberry flowers. It can help you fall asleep easier. "Novo-Passit" has a sedative effect and is indicated for prolonged psycho-emotional conditions

Anti-anxiety medications for older people

Very often, old age is associated with the appearance of many health problems.

Because of this, older people should consult a doctor before going to the pharmacy for sedatives. After all, even a harmless sleeping pill can seriously affect the well-being of an elderly person
Before consulting a doctor, an elderly person can use aqueous solution valerian. For disorders associated with the functioning of the cardiovascular system, it is indicated "Corvalol" or "Valocardin"
An elderly person can use any herbal-based sedatives. But, only after consultation with a specialist

Xenia. My vegetative-vascular dystonia periodically worsens. This is manifested by dizziness, involuntary twitching in the different parts bodies. In a word - simply terrible. Adonis helps me at this time. In order for this medicine to help, you need to take it in a course. True, it causes severe drowsiness.

Irina. I decided to try Afobazole. About two months ago, anxious feelings began to manifest themselves strongly. I was afraid to take sedatives because they are addictive. I read about sedatives on the Internet. I decided to try it and settled on Afobazole. I took the course for a month. I didn't notice any drowsiness. And he seemed to help me.

Video: Over-the-counter anti-anxiety medications

Every modern person, regardless of age category today faces stressful situations, nervous overstrain, constant haste, absent-mindedness, incomprehensible vanity, internal worries. All these are factors that negatively affect a balanced mental state of a person, gradually weaken the nervous system and lead to deterioration of health. Unfortunately, neither children nor adults are immune from such influences.

Due to the adverse effects of all of the above on human health, you need to be able to calm down in time, keep your emotions in check, and bring your tense state back to normal without the help of medications. However, not everyone knows how to do this, and many fail, because stress has become a norm in their lives. In this situation, there is only one way - taking sedatives. They will help calm the nerves, slow down thinking and focus the body on physical rest, that is, sleep.

When we all go to the pharmacy, we ask them to sell us the best sedative. It should be understood that not all types of sedative medications are sold without a prescription. This article will focus specifically on those sedatives that can be taken without a doctor’s prescription.

At the same time, you need to understand that with the help of drugs of a certain group you can calm down once, twice, if there was a solid, so to speak, basis for stress disorder. You can get nervous before a wedding or exams. But if overstimulation is a constant occurrence in your life, then you should immediately consult a doctor. After all, excessive anxiety, irritation and mood swings are signs of many serious illnesses, often associated with the cardiovascular system.

If you are looking for the best sedative, then we may disappoint you right away, this does not happen in principle. To everyone to the human body is characterized by its own drug, the components of which can effectively influence the stabilization of the functioning of the central nervous system. But we will introduce you to the most popular ones below.

What are anti-anxiety medications?

Before looking for the best sedative, you should understand what this group of drugs is. So this is pharmacological medicines, which have a positive effect on the excited nervous system. They restore the balance between the physiological processes of excitation and inhibition.

Sedatives are divided into synthetic - drugs that include various chemical components, and natural herbal preparations containing extracts medicinal herbs and shrubs, as well as their fruits.

Contraindications to taking sedatives

Before looking for the best sedative, you need to figure out whether you can take it. So, sedatives are contraindicated during pregnancy. The only thing a doctor can recommend for overexcitation during pregnancy is tea made from an infusion of motherwort or valerian.

It is extremely unacceptable to take sedative medications if you have suffered mechanical injuries to the head, as well as traumatic brain injuries. Prescribing such medications may cause adverse reactions.

Drugs should not be prescribed to children without consulting a doctor. Whims, tears and irritability in small children are the norm. If a child reacts this way to the absence of a favorite toy or the fulfillment of any of his wishes, this is not a reason to worry about an unbalanced psyche. If there are other reasons for irritation and restlessness, then you need to seek specialized help from a doctor.

Never rush to try on yourself the best sedative, reviews of which you heard from friends or sick people. Better listen to how you feel and visit a doctor who will help you understand the true causes of internal anxiety.

Sedatives

Sedatives have a mild effect on the human body, in particular on the central nervous system. They are based on medicinal plants and their fruits, often combined with bromine. These are drugs with moderate effects. When taking them, a minimum of side effects are observed.

If you are looking for the best herbal sedative, then you need to pay attention to preparations based on the roots of motherwort, lemon balm and valerian. They normalize blood pressure and reduce heart rate. These plants are not sleeping pills and have a beneficial effect on normalization physiological processes in the human body and cause drowsiness. Melissa helps very well against nervous itching; it is indispensable in the prevention of arrhythmias and hypertension.

What is the best sedative from the sedative group? Many people rely on medications such as Barboval, Valerian, Validol or Valocordin.

Neuroleptics

This is a group of potent sedative medications. They are often used in psychiatric medical practice. So, if someone advises you to buy a medicine from this group as the best sedative, be careful. These drugs are prescribed only by doctors in cases of complex psychoses and diseases associated with serious mental disorders. These include the drugs Trisedil, Azaleptin, Sonapax, Tiapride.

Tranquilizers

Many people today take this group of sedatives without a doctor’s prescription. They perfectly relieve anxiety, relieve obsessive fear, and reduce emotional discomfort. However, these medications do not affect the ability to think, speak, or perceive any information. They do not cause hallucinations or mental disorders. The person remains adequate, while his physiological state returns to normal.

However, despite all the advantages of tranquilizers, they can be addictive. Therefore, recently the issue of prescribing treatment with these drugs by doctors has been very hotly discussed. In the process of getting used to a certain sedative, tremors in the fingers, slow thinking, and weakness are observed. These are all signs of a drug addict.

Tranquilizers include drugs such as Atarax, Lorazepam, Chlordiazepoxide, Diazepam, Phenazepam.

Normothymic medications

These are so-called psychotropic drugs. They normalize the mood of mentally ill people. These drugs are prescribed to inhibit the development of disorders and mitigate the phases of mental attacks. The most commonly used drugs are Olanzapine, Risperidone, Carbamazepine, Oxcarbazepine, Quetiapine, Lamotrigine.

Calming healing collection

The best sedative, about which you can often hear positive reviews, is a herbal mixture. This composition medicinal plants can be varied, but often includes lemon balm, mint, watchwort, hop cones, motherwort, chamomile and valerian rhizomes.

Herbal infusions are the best sedatives, available without prescription in pharmacies. They can be prepared in summer season on one's own. They are included in the rating of the best sedatives as the safest sedatives, which Mother Nature has endowed humanity with.

Natural herbal infusions relieve nervous tension, relieve insomnia, irritability, and restore great mood and peace of mind.

Sedatives for children

Many young parents are looking for the best sedative for infants. It is the baby who is exposed to stress during birth, during the period of getting used to a new environment, and may therefore be overly capricious and whiny. In this case, baths using infusions of chamomile and mint help. After such bathing, the child sleeps peacefully and his excitability decreases. If the child’s tension does not go away and the hysterics do not end, it means that this is not the influence of stress, and only a pediatrician can suggest the reason for the child’s condition.

However, a change in mood is observed not only in infancy, but also while getting used to kindergarten or school, before exams. Often this results in hysterics, crying, isolation, and constant whims.

So, what sedatives are best to pay attention to in order to calm the child down and not harm his health? Which is better, herbs or medications?

The best sedative (reviews from many mothers are positive) are soothing teas. Thanks to them, the child’s nervous system returns to normal. Such drinks can be bought in pharmacies. Often this is a packaged herbal crushed mixture in bags, or granules that easily dissolve in water.

This herbal tea Usually included are valerian, linden blossom, mint, chamomile, lemon balm, and motherwort. In drinks from different manufacturers, the proportions of the components included in the collection are not always observed. Therefore, the effect is different. Some people focus on chamomile, some on lemon balm, and some on mint. There are teas that, in addition to herbal composition include sugar or fructose. To choose the right collection, you should know the properties of medicinal herbs. A qualified pharmacist or pediatrician who is seeing a child will help you understand the wide range of medicinal sedatives.

Many parents focus on homeopathic medicines, such as Dormikind, which is prescribed for infants and eliminates insomnia and anxiety; or “Bayu-Bai” drops, which provide a calm and sound sleep for the baby. This medicine is also an analgesic and anti-inflammatory.

No less effective are the syrups “Nervohel”, “Kaprizulya” and “Hare”. They can have different contents: synthetic, herbal.

Many people recommend products such as Glycine. It is prescribed to school-age children. The tablet is placed under the tongue and slowly dissolves. Small children, who do not have the patience to dissolve tablets, simply bite them into pieces, which has no effect.

You can also calm the children's central nervous system with drugs such as Pantogam, Magnerot, Phenibut.

And yet, no matter what effective remedy is offered in the pharmacy, preference should be given to safe drugs herbal teas. The infusion can be used to make tea or make a healthy bath.

Herbal aromatic oils, including mint, lavender, and lemongrass, also have a calming effect. It will be useful for a child who is overly excited to sleep on a pillow filled with herbs.

It is very beneficial for children to drink warm milk with honey, which also has a sedative effect. And the best sedative for your child is attention, care and love.

List of the most effective sedatives

If you're looking for the best sedative for men, there aren't any. But the method of relieving tension for males is active sports and sex. Calming a man delicious dishes and a warm homely atmosphere.

If you are interested in the best sedative for women, then among the drugs listed above it is also very difficult to choose the most effective one. The causes of disorders are very diverse. Someone needs help with menopause, and who were simply nervous because of the bad news. The selection of sedatives is strictly individual. In addition to medications, a change of environment, walks in nature, morning or evening jogging, care and attention from family and friends can help a woman calm down.

The most commonly consumed sedatives in modern society, despite the gender of the person, these are the drugs “Novopassit”, “Validol”, “Persen”, “Cytoflavin”, “Valocordin”, “Donomril”, “Valerian”, “Moonwort tincture”, “Peony tincture”.

As mentioned above, before taking sedatives, you need to find out the cause of your restlessness, bad mood, and irritation. Only a competent doctor can prescribe a truly effective sedative medication and influence central nervous system disorders with proper therapy.

Sedatives can be taken independently without a prescription only in cases where we're talking about about minor stress or irritation. If this phenomenon persists, you should definitely consult a doctor.

Always take care of your health as much as possible and never self-medicate if you often feel unwell.

Stress is the scourge of our time. In the race for daily survival, a person sometimes loses himself. Experiences at work, at home, queues, traffic jams cannot but leave an imprint on the psyche.

Modern pharmacology produces it to stabilize the emotional state in adults and children, as well as to relieve stress during pregnancy.

Indications for the use of sedatives

All means designed to balance a person’s psycho-emotional state are divided into several groups:

Sedatives. Classic medicines that are produced on the basis of plant components (extracts and plant extracts) or with the admixture of bromine. This group of sedatives has a gentle effect on the body and has a minimum of side effects. Typically, herbal sedatives are approved for the treatment of nervous conditions in pregnant women and children.
Tranquilizers. Strong psychotropic drugs that suppress excessive excitability and persistent feelings of fear. Treatment with tranquilizers is carried out under the strict supervision of a doctor, since this group of drugs is addictive.
Neuroleptics. Psychiatrists use similar remedies in their practice to treat psychoses and severe mental illnesses.

Calming pills are designed to reduce the excitement of the nervous system. Indications for taking medications are:

panic attacks
decreased concentration, absent-mindedness
state of constant anxiety
climacteric syndrome
failure of autonomic function due to depression or neurosis: shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, profuse sweating, dry mouth, hand tremors, intestinal cramps
unreasonable aggression, irritability
uncontrollable outbursts of anger
tendency to cry

Sedative tablets are often prescribed to hyperactive children, newborns who have experienced hypoxia during childbirth.

Calming pills are allowed to normalize sleep in students during the exam period, as well as for overly emotional women who are expecting a child.

Side effects and contraindications

Most sedative pills can be purchased without a doctor's prescription, but it is advisable to first consult with a specialist. Sometimes increased irritability is a symptom of a serious hormonal disorder or a harbinger of pathology in one of the internal organs.

Even sedatives based on natural substances have contraindications. Contraindications include:

Pregnancy and breastfeeding. The vast majority of sedative pills are prohibited while expecting a baby and during lactation. Doctors are extremely selective in prescribing drugs, assessing intrauterine development disorders.
Allergy. People who are allergic to foods, pollen, detergents You should carefully read the instructions for the tablets.
Individual intolerance to the components of the drug. Unfortunately, it is most often discovered after starting to use the product.
Lactose intolerance (relevant for some tablets).
Traumatic brain injuries. After a head injury, the risk of side effects increases.
Age restrictions. For children, sedative pills are developed separately, so serious drugs with pronounced action on the psyche are restricted for use by children under 18 years of age.

Herbal tablets

It is difficult to determine which sedative pills are better, but it is safer to use drugs based on natural ingredients. Such medications do not overload the liver, gallbladder and the pancreas.

Valerian is considered the leader among herbal sedatives. Based on the plant, syrups, dragees and tablets are produced. Many sedative tablets are produced based on St. John's wort:

Deprim - prescribed for chronic fatigue, depressed state, emotional exhaustion, the sedative effect of the tablets appears 14 days after the start of treatment, dosage: 1 capsule per day.
Neuroplant - indicated for depressive disorders, anxiety states, psycho-vegetative disorders, course of treatment: 30 days, 3 tablets per day.
Negrustin - recommended for asthenia, suicidal tendencies, manic-depressive syndrome, duration of treatment ranges from 4 weeks to several months, standard dose: 1 capsule three times a day.
A combination of several herbs is considered more than:
Phytohypnosis - contains passionflower extract, green oats, has a mild hypnotic effect, intended for the treatment of insomnia caused by nervous disorders, daily dose: two tablets before bedtime.
Alvogen-relax - consists of hawthorn, valerian and passionflower, reduces the excitability of the central nervous system, recommended for, unfounded feeling fear and anxiety, dosage: 1 tablet three times a day.

Separately, sedatives are isolated, not causing drowsiness. Such drugs are mainly prescribed to drivers:

Adaptol
Cipramil
Persen
Glycine

Despite the herbal composition, the tablets have side effects: diarrhea or dizziness, decreased psychomotor reactions, allergic reactions on the skin.

Potent drugs

Potent sedatives include tranquilizers and antidepressants. Self-medication with such tablets is excluded: if you use drugs that stimulate the central nervous system to treat depression, attacks of aggression and irritability will intensify.

In therapy mental disorders Antidepressants play a major role:

Coaxil
Prozac
Venlafaxine
Fluoxetine

Antidepressants are often prescribed to women during a period when a hormonal storm destabilizes the emotional state: apathy, fear of aging, and dissatisfaction with the results of the life lived.

Review of tablets for children

Products for children under 3 years old

If an infant has been diagnosed with postnatal encephalopathy or rickets, or has sleep disturbance due to illness, you should think about buying a sedative.

Popular sedative tablets for children under 3 years of age:

intellectual development

Tenoten for children - recommended for children with behavioral disorders, absent-mindedness, nervousness, infants who have suffered hypoxia during childbirth, course of treatment: up to 3 months, 1 tablet three times a day.
Pantogam - relieves muscle hypertonicity, stimulates psychomotor development, recommended in the treatment of nervous tics and stuttering, prescribed in a course of 1 month, dosage is calculated individually.

Despite the medications, they should not be used uncontrollably.

Medicines for children over 3 years old

Children of preschool age and first graders are faced with the problem of adaptation in a team. They get used to doing without their mother and coping independently with conflicts that arise in the children's team. For first-graders, due to the abundance new information Sleep is disturbed, tearfulness and outbursts of aggression appear.

To help the child survive the adaptation period, sedatives are prescribed:

Notta. The drug in tablets is allowed only from the age of 12; syrup is prescribed for children under 12 years of age. Notta corrects children's behavior and eliminates sudden changes in the mood, recommended for restless children with insufficient concentration. Dosage: 3 tablets. per day or 5 drops 3 times a day.
Naughty. Homeopathic granules for children over 5 years old. Does not cause drowsiness, has a gentle effect on the central nervous system, promotes sound sleep, relieves attacks of anger and irritability. The course of treatment is 30 days, the dose is once 5 granules in the evening for 15 minutes. before meals.
Noofen. Sold by prescription only. It is used for urinary incontinence, psychoemotional disorders, and childhood insomnia. Maximum single dose for a child from 3 to 6 years old: 0.1 mg.
Sanosan. Allowed from 6 years. Contains extract of hop cones and valerian, used to stabilize mental balance. Duration of therapy - from 10 to 30 days, 2 tablets an hour before bedtime.