Nervous tension and stress
Stress is something that we all experience at different times in our life, and in small amounts it’s quite normal. However, when you experience high levels of stress, or are stressed regularly, your health and wellbeing can suffer.
There are many things that can contribute to stress, including your personal relationships, work environment, diet, general health and fitness level.
Symptoms of stress can include:
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Anxiety and mood disturbances
- Disrupted sleep
- Muscle tension
- Digestive upsets
- Change in appetite
- Heart palpitations
If you are concerned that you are experiencing symptoms of nervous tension and stress, it is important to speak with a healthcare professional.
Mild anxiety
Anxiety is a common condition and a normal response to stressful events. In Australia, one in ten men and almost one in five women experience symptoms of anxiety. For some people, this can significantly interfere with their quality of life.
There are a number of factors that can contribute to feelings of anxiety, including elevated stress levels, major life changes, low self esteem, family history of anxiety, and unhealthy diet and lifestyle habits.
Symptoms of anxiety include:
- Tightness in the chest
- Heart palpitations
- Fatigue and a feeling of weakness
- Dizziness
- Difficulty with concentration
- Excessive sweating
- Dry mouth
- Feelings of fear and negativity
- Mood swings
- Feeling unable to cope
If you feel that you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, it is important to speak with a healthcare professional.
Remotiv® (Ze 117) has been shown to assist in the relief of nervous tension, stress and mild anxiety.1 Remotiv contains a specific extract of St John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) that has been evaluated in a number of clinical trials. St John's wort has been used since the middle ages to help manage anxiety and stress. It was the ancient Greek herbalists, such as Hippocrates, who originally documented the medicinal uses of St John’s wort.
Remotiv may help to support healthy mood. It is recommended for people experiencing the following symptoms:1-3
- Mild anxiety
- Nervous tension
- Irritability
- Stress
Remotiv helps to support emotional balance and can provide relief from loss of interest or pleasure in day to day activities.
Remotiv has been studied in over 2000 patients, including a one year safety study that showed continued improvement of symptoms during this time.4 In clinical trials, Remotiv has been very well tolerated and resulted in very few side effects, predominantly gastrointestinal upsets.
Remotiv is contraindicated if you are taking antidepressant or mood-altering medication. If you are currently taking prescription medication, it is important to talk with a healthcare professional before starting Remotiv.
The specific extract of St John’s wort used in Remotiv (Ze 117) contains consistently low levels (<1%) of the constituent hyperforin,5 which is considered responsible for the interaction between some St John’s wort products and certain medications.
Remotiv tablets contain a specific extract of St John’s wort that is manufactured in Switzerland under patented production methods, ensuring consistently high quality.
Clinical trials have been conducted using the same extract that is found in Remotiv (Ze 117). The actual extract is very important for natural medicine as there can be great variance between products, even if they appear to use the same active ingredients, due to the plant that is used, growing methods, harvesting processes and manufacturing methods. The outcomes of clinical studies for natural medicines should therefore only apply to the exact product that has been examined.
Adults and adolescents 12 years and over: 1 tablet morning and evening
An improvement is usually seen within 1 to 2 weeks of starting Remotiv, though it may take 2 to 4 weeks to achieve the full effect. Remotiv is recommended for a minimum of 4 to 6 weeks and ongoing therapy may be appropriate.
Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist, or the condition recurs, it is important to speak with a healthcare professional.
Remotiv is clinically proven, it is the exact product that has been used in clinical trials. This is very important for natural medicine as there can be great variance between products, even if they appear to use the same active ingredients, due to the plant that is used, growing methods, harvesting processes and manufacturing methods. The outcomes of clinical studies for natural medicines should therefore only apply to the exact product that has been examined. As a result, other St John’s wort extracts or products may not deliver the same results that Remotiv has demonstrated in the research.
Remotiv starts to work straight away and you should begin to feel better within 1 to 2 weeks. However, depending on individual circumstances, it may take 2 to 4 weeks to feel the effects. It is important to speak with a healthcare professional if you have specific questions or concerns.
A course of treatment should continue for 3 months, although it can be continued for a year or more, depending on the advice of your healthcare professional.
The available data suggests that Remotiv is appropriate for long-term usage. A one-year study showed tolerability and continued improvement over this time.4 If you have specific questions or concerns about how long to take Remotiv, it is important to speak with a healthcare professional.
There is no evidence for any concern when using Remotiv in pregnancy and lactation, however, there are also no clinical studies that have been conducted in pregnant and breastfeeding women. As a result, Remotiv tablets should only be taken under the advice and supervision of a healthcare professional.
Where appropriate, Remotiv can be prescribed for adolescents 12 years and older. If you have specific questions or concerns, it is important to speak with a healthcare professional.
Remotiv is generally very well tolerated and adverse effects are not expected. Rarely, people may experience gastro-intestinal disturbances, fatigue or nervousness when taking Remotiv. If you have specific concerns, it is important to speak with a healthcare professional.
Remotiv should not be taken with antidepressant medications, anticonvulsant medications, warfarin, indinavir, and cyclosporine. If you are currently taking prescription medication, it is important to discuss this with a healthcare professional before starting Remotiv.
It is recommended to stop the treatment of Remotiv approximately one week before surgery. It is important to discuss this with your healthcare professional, including your anaesthetist and surgeon.
Yes, Remotiv is gluten free.
Yes, each Remotiv tablet contains a small amount (120 mg) of lactose.
Remotiv has no known adverse effects in these situations.
Remotiv is available from naturopaths, selected health food stores and pharmacies. If you go to the Where to buy button above and follow the instructions, you will be able to find a list of practitioners and pharmacies in your area who either stock Remotiv or will know how to order Remotiv. Even if your local pharmacy is not on the list, they will be able to order it in for you.
