What it is
Tagar (Valeriana wallichii) is an Ayurvedic herb traditionally used for sleep onset and nervous calm. It is available in capsule form for adults.
Supplement · Sleep Optimisation Protocols
Tagar (Valeriana wallichii)
450 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Tagar is believed to modulate GABAergic neurotransmission in the brain, similar to other valerian species. This action may contribute to its calming and sleep-promoting effects.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address brain fog, memory decline, attention difficulty. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take for Tagar to work?
Noticeable effects on sleep onset and nervous calm are typically observed within 2-8 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Tagar be taken with other sleep aids?
Consult your healthcare provider before combining Tagar with other sleep aids, especially prescription medications, to avoid potential interactions.
Are there any side effects?
Side effects are uncommon at the recommended dose, but mild gastrointestinal upset may occur when first starting the supplement.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
B · B · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for brain fog and memory concerns
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Tagar (Valeriana wallichii) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Tagar (Valeriana wallichii)
Indian valerian for sleep onset and nervous calm.
As part of the Sleep Optimisation Protocols category, Tagar (Valeriana wallichii) is included in the SacredBod catalog to support brain fog and memory concerns. See the Mechanism and Research sections above for detail.
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