Overview
Silexan is a standardized preparation of lavender oil shown in meta-analyses to be as effective as benzodiazepines (like Lorazepam) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder, without the sedation or addiction potential.
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Modulates calcium channels to stop racing thoughts.
Silexan works by blocking voltage-gated calcium channels in the neurons, which inhibits the release of excitatory neurotransmitters (like norepinephrine). This quiets the "noise" in the nervous system without causing drowsiness.
Unlike benzodiazepines which bind to GABA-A receptors (causing tolerance), Silexan works upstream on the calcium channel. This means it reduces the *release* of excitation without dulling the receptor's sensitivity over time.