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Question
what is the safest form of sleep aid for hepatitis c sufferer who is presently taking interferon ribavirin and has severe liver damage.


Answer
Hi Michelle,



I would rotate two herbs every 30 days to maintain their effectiveness.



Valerian - Improves circulation and acts as a sedative. Reduces mucus from colds. Good for anxiety, fatigue, high blood pressure, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, muscle cramps, nervousness, and stress. A water soluble extract form is best.



Skullcap - Aids sleep, improves circulation, and strengthens the heart muscle. Good for anxiety, fatigue, headache, nervous disorders, and relieves muscle cramps.



I will also take 500 mg of Milk Thistle twice daily to aid in healing the liver. It is also an excellent antioxidant to aid in combating the side-affect of drug usage.



This should help.



Best wishes,

Dennis