Freitas Corina, Khanal Subrat, Landsberg David, Kaul Viren
Psychiatry, Crouse Health, Syracuse, USA.
Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, USA.
Cureus. 2021 Sep 6;13(9):e17759. doi: 10.7759/cureus.17759. eCollection 2021 Sep.
The interest in alternative therapeutics use has increased over the past few decades. Valerian, also known as "plant Valium," is a popular choice as a natural remedy for insomnia or anxiety. In order to ensure patient safety, clinicians need to be knowledgeable about commonly used alternative therapeutic products, their mechanisms of action, and potential pharmacological interactions. We present an unusual case of encephalopathy due to the combination of Valerian root, a plant with putative sedating properties, along with a natural "γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) supplement." This case highlights the importance of thoroughly exploring alternative therapies when evaluating encephalopathy as well as the importance of being educated on the commonly used agents.
在过去几十年里，人们对替代疗法的使用兴趣有所增加。缬草，也被称为“植物安定”，是治疗失眠或焦虑的常用天然药物。为确保患者安全，临床医生需要了解常用的替代治疗产品、其作用机制以及潜在的药物相互作用。我们报告了一例因缬草根（一种具有假定镇静特性的植物）与天然“γ-氨基丁酸（GABA）补充剂”联合使用导致脑病的罕见病例。该病例强调了在评估脑病时全面探索替代疗法的重要性，以及了解常用药物的重要性。
