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Lavender Oil (Silexan)

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Lavender Oil (Silexan). Oral lavender essential oil with proven anxiolytic effect.

How it works. Linalool modulates voltage-gated calcium channels and 5-HT1A receptors.

What the research supports. 1 graded claims. Strongest: Reduces generalized anxiety comparable to lorazepam (strong).

How much to take. Typical dose: 80–160 mg Silexan.

Side effects and interactions. 1 medication interaction listed. No serious side effects listed at normal doses.

Stacking. Pairs well with Magnesium glycinate, L-theanine.

Common forms. Available as Standardized extract capsule, Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin), Powdered whole herb, Traditional decoction or tea.

Key studies. 8 studies cited. The strongest are listed with links to PubMed.

Community. Experiences from people who have tried Lavender Oil (Silexan). Anecdotes are not medical advice.

Lavender Oil (Silexan). Oral lavender essential oil with proven anxiolytic effect.

Key compound: linaloolC10H18O · 154.25 g/mol

What it is

Oral lavender essential oil with proven anxiolytic effect.

Also called

Silexan

Food sources

Whole dried plant material (root, leaf, flower, or aerial parts depending on the species)Standardized hydroethanolic or aqueous extract (capsule, tincture, or tea)Powdered traditional preparation used in Ayurvedic, TCM, or Western herbal practice

Goals

Mood & AnxietySleep & Recovery

How it works

Linalool modulates voltage-gated calcium channels and 5-HT1A receptors.

Pathways

  • Linalool modulates voltage-gated calcium channels
  • 5-HT1A receptors

Effects

  • ↓generalized anxiety comparable to lorazepam decreases

What the research supports

Reduces generalized anxiety comparable to lorazepamstrong

Strong: consistent results across large trials or meta-analyses. Moderate: several trials, mostly positive. Limited: small or mixed studies. Preclinical: animal or cell research only.

Typical dose
80–160 mg Silexan
TimingConsistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
With foodWith meal
Best formMost evidence is based on the standardized extract capsule form.
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Side effects & interactions

Common side effects

  • Eructation/burping
  • GI upset

Medication interactions

Prescription medications (general)minor

Always disclose Lavender Oil (Silexan) use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.

Check any supplement–medication combination with your pharmacist before starting.

Combines with

Pairs well

Common forms

  • Standardized extract capsule
  • Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin)
  • Powdered whole herb
  • Traditional decoction or tea

Key studies

8 studies cited in total.

PubMed: Lavender Oil (Silexan) — Reduces generalized anxiety comparable to lorazepam ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Lavender Oil (Silexan) — randomized controlled trial ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Lavender Oil (Silexan) — meta-analysis ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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