Canagliflozin and metformin and Valerian

• Generic Name: canagliflozin / metformin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Invokamet, Invokamet XR

Canagliflozin and metformin are oral diabetes medicines that help control blood sugar levels.

Canagliflozin and metformin is a combination medicine used with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Canagliflozin and metformin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: valerian
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Valerian Root

Valerian is a flowering plant, the root of which is dried and used as an herbal remedy.

Valerian has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating sleep problems (insomnia).

Other uses not proven with research have included treating anxiety, stress, depression, attention deficit disorder, chronic fatigue syndrome, tremors, epilepsy, menopause symptoms, and other conditions.

It is not certain whether valerian is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Valerian should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Valerian is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.

Valerian may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.