Korvalool-V by VITATEKA is a food supplement in the familiar drops format. It contains peppermint oil (Mentha piperita), menthol and hop oil (Humulus lupulus). The volume is 25 ml, in a dark glass bottle.

This article looks at the composition, the drops format, how to take it and what is important to keep in mind — the product has significant restrictions. It is a food supplement, not a medicine.

Composition

  • peppermint oil (Mentha piperita) and hop oil (Humulus lupulus);
  • menthol, the menthyl ester of isovaleric acid, the ethyl ester of α-bromoisovaleric acid;
  • ethyl alcohol, purified water, acidity regulators (sodium acetate, acetic acid);
  • contains 70% vol. alcohol.

A daily dose of 25 drops (≈1.25 ml) contains: menthyl isovalerate 33.1 mg, menthol 21.7 mg, α-bromoisovalerate ethyl ester 20.3 mg, peppermint oil 1.4 mg, hop oil 0.2 mg. Made in the EU.

A familiar drops format

Korvalool-V is a recognisable herbal-drops format with a characteristic minty profile. Peppermint and hops are plants long associated with the evening. The product is convenient to dose by the drop and to take in a calm setting before bed.

How to take it

Take 25 drops dissolved in 50 ml of water, ½–1 hour before bed. This is the recommended daily dose.

Important precautions

  • contains 70% vol. alcohol — not intended for children;
  • do not use in case of hypertension (high blood pressure);
  • do not use together with antidepressants, sedatives or alcohol;
  • do not use in case of individual sensitivity (allergy) to the components;
  • do not exceed the recommended daily dose;
  • a food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet;
  • pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before use;
  • keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store at room temperature, protected from light, in the well-sealed original packaging. Best before — 4 years.

Related products

The VITATEKA range has other evening and herbal products too: the NIGHT RELAX melatonin spray, valerian tincture, evening dragées (valerian and motherwort), hop cones and the menthol VALIDOOL spray. Useful catalogue sections:

More to read on the blog

Take a look at other VITATEKA articles too: about the NIGHT RELAX melatonin spray, about the VALIDOOL spray, about the wormwood tincture and about the Kameton-V spray.

Where to buy

Product page: VITATEKA Korvalool-V, 25 ml.

A food supplement. Not a medicine and not a substitute for a varied diet.