Sleep Aid for Sensitive Adults
Natural health product licensed in Canada
- Other names
- Gaba with Magnesium & L-Theanine, L-Theanine and Lemon Balm Complex, L-Theanine with Magnesium & Gaba, Magnesium with L-Theanine & Gaba, Vorst Sleep Aid for Sensitive Adults
- Licence holder
- Celex Laboratories Inc.
- NPN or DIN-HM
- 80087712
- Status
- Active licence
- Licence date
- 9 August 2018
- Revision date
- 17 March 2026
- Form
- Capsule
- Route of administration
- Orale
- Application type
- Non traditionnelle
If this product were sold in France
- Conditions légales
Valeriana officinalis L.: L'absence de valépotriates doit être prouvée par des rapports d'analyse. L'étiquetage doit comporter un avertissement déconseillant l'emploi aux enfants de moins de 12 ans.
arrêté du 24 juin 2014, annexe I. French orders of 9 May 2006 (nutrients), 24 June 2014 (plants) and 26 September 2016 (other substances), consolidated LEGI collection, retrieved 23 October 2026.
A daily quantity is calculated only for an explicit adult oral dosage, stated per day and in a solid unit matching the product form. Ambiguous units, liquids, powders and paediatric doses are not extrapolated. A quantity not calculated is not compared with dose limits. This analysis does not constitute authorisation for sale in France or an assessment of safety or efficacy.
Composition
| Medicinal ingredient and source | Per dosage unit, according to the source | Maximum per day, adult |
|---|---|---|
| Melissa officinalis Source : Sommité Extract : Matériel brut sec Extraction ratio : 10:1 Dry plant equivalent : 500 milligramme | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Humulus lupulus Source : Strobiles Extract : Matériel brut sec Extraction ratio : 10:1 Dry plant equivalent : 500 milligramme | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Valeriana officinalis Source : Racine Extract : Matériel brut sec Extraction ratio : 4:1 Dry plant equivalent : 600 milligramme | 150 milligramme | Not calculated |
| L-théanine Source : Camellia sinensis - feuille | 100 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Acide gamma-aminobutyrique Source : Laminaria japonica - plante entière | 50 milligramme | Not calculated |
| Vitamine D Source : Cholécalciférol Potency : 400 UI | 10 microgrammes | Not calculated |
Non-medicinal ingredients
Stéarate de magnésium, farine de riz, Hydroxypropylcellulose, Cellulose microcristalline
Recommended doses in Canada
| Population | Age | Quantity per serving | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adultes | minimum: 19 years | 2 Capsule | 1 day |
Uses authorised in Canada
Helps to temporarily promote relaxation. Valerian is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a sleep aid / (to) help(s) to promote sleep. Chamomile is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a calmative and/or sleep aid. Passion flower and Lemon balm are traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a sleep aid (in cases of restlessness or insomnia due to mental stress. Hops is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve nervousness (sedative and/or calmative).
A use authorised in Canada is not an authorised health claim in the European Union. See the health claims register.
Warnings in Canada
- Précautions et mises en garde
Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms worsen. Consumption with alcohol, other medications or natural health products with sedative properties is not recommended. Consult a health care practitioner if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 3 weeks (chronic insomnia). Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have depression and/or related diseases. Consumption of Hops with alcohol, other medications and/or natural health products with sedative properties is not recommended.
- Contre-indications
Do not use if you are allergic to plants of the Asteraceae/Compositae/Daisy family.
- Effets indésirables connus
Some people may experience drowsiness. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness within 2 hours of consumption. Hypersensitivity, such as allergy, has been known to occur in which case, discontinue use.
Source
Official Health Canada record, licence 80087712
Licensed Natural Health Products Database (LNHPD), Health Canada: licensed products, ingredients, doses, uses and risks, retrieved 27 October 2026.
Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada (Health Canada, LNHPD)
Licence du gouvernement ouvert – Canada 2.0 (OGL-Canada 2.0)
The formula sold in Europe under the same name may differ. This information does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist.
Official warnings (Health Canada)
Health Canada publishes warnings on these ingredients:
- Melissa officinalis
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
LEMON BALM -MELISSA OFFICINALIS
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (EMA 2014).
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
When using this product exercise caution if you drive or use machinery as you may experience drowsiness (EMA 2014).
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
- Humulus lupulus
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
HOPS - HUMULUS LUPULUS
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Condition of application: Sleep aid.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 4 weeks (chronic insomnia) (Berardi et al. 2002; Dipiro et al. 2002).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Condition of application: Other uses.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Condition of application: All products.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (Brinker 2010; Barnes et al. 2007; Mills and Bone 2005; McGuffin et al. 1997).
4 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
When using this product avoid taking with alcohol or products that cause drowsiness (Brinker 2010).
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
When using this product exercise caution if you drive or use machinery as this product may cause drowsiness (EMA 2014).
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
- Valeriana officinalis
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
Valerian - VALERIANA OFFICINALIS
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Condition of application: All uses.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (Mills et al. 2006; Blumenthal et al. 2003; Barnes et al. 2002).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
When using this product avoid taking with alcohol or products that cause drowsiness (Brinker 2010; Gennaro et al. 2000).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
When using this product exercise caution if you drive or use machinery as you may experience drowsiness (EMA 2016; ESCOP 2003; Bradley 1992).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Condition of application: Sleep aid.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 4 weeks (chronic insomnia) (EMA 2016; Berardi et al. 2002; Dipiro et al. 2002).
3 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Condition of application: Restlessness/nervousness.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
- Vitamine D
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
VITAMIN D (>1,000 - 2,500 IU)
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Condition of application: All products except products containing zinc sourced from picolinate requiring a contraindication.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Condition of application: All products.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have kidney disorders (NIH 2024; BfR 2020).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking other supplements or products containing vitamin D or vitamin D analogues.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking any medications including antacids, anticonvulsants, digoxin, cholestyramine, colestipol, mineral oil, steroids, statins or thiazide diuretics (NNHPD 2021; BfR 2020).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use to determine if you would benefit from additional vitamin D as 15-20 mcg (600-800 IU) of vitamin D per day is an adequate quantity for most individuals.
Applies to products containing vitamin K2.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking blood thinners (NNHPD 2026).
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Applies to products providing 25-34 mg of zinc per day for adults 18 years or 31-50 mg of zinc per day for adults 19 years and older.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are unsure whether you are taking enough copper as zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency (NNHPD 2026).
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Contraindications
Condition of application: All products.
Do not use if you have hypercalcemia and/or hypercalciuria (NIH 2024; BfR 2020).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Applies to products containing zinc sourced from picolinate.
Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (NNHPD 2026).
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Known adverse reactions
Condition of application: All products.
Stop use and ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if the following early symptoms of hypercalcemia occur: weakness, fatigue, drowsiness, headache, lack of appetite, dry mouth, metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, vertigo, ringing in the ears, lack of coordination and muscle weakness or if you develop any other symptom (NIH 2024; BfR 2020).
2 studies cited in the text have no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
Applies to products providing more than 350 mg of magnesium per day.
When using this product you may experience diarrhea (NNHPD 2026).
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
They concern the ingredient, not this product or its dose. They do not replace medical advice.
List in the official revision dated (register: Licensed Natural Health Products Database (LNHPD), Health Canada: licensed products, ingredients, doses, uses and risks).
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