Phytomedicine February 2010 PMID 19962288

A multi-center, double-blind, randomised study of the Lavender oil preparation Silexan in comparison to Lorazepam for generalized anxiety disorder.

H Woelk, S Schläfke

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These discussions reflect a positive and curious attitude towards the clinical study, with posts emphasizing lavender oil's comparable effectiveness to lorazepam and sharing personal trials and products, often using words like 'huge,' 'effective,' and 'scientific experiments' to highlight significance and credibility, which contributes to the overall optimistic tone and perceived impact.

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Most discussions express strong support, citing the study’s positive comparison between lavender oil and lorazepam, reflecting consensus on its efficacy.

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Participants show high engagement with the topic, sharing personal experiments, referencing scientific studies, and discussing OTC options, indicating genuine interest.

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The discussions include references to scientific research, personal experiences, and product recommendations, showing moderate, meaningful engagement rather than superficial comments.

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The emphasis on potential alternatives to benzodiazepines and mentions of real-world applications suggest these discussions could influence perceptions and choices regarding anxiety treatments.

Abstract in brief

  • The study was a double-blind, randomized trial comparing the effects of Silexan, a lavender oil capsule, versus Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine, in adults with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) over six weeks.
  • Results showed that Silexan was similarly effective as Lorazepam in reducing anxiety symptoms, with both groups experiencing a significant decrease in the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) scores.
  • The findings suggest that Silexan could be a promising alternative to benzodiazepines for GAD, offering comparable anxiety relief without the sedation and abuse potential associated with traditional medications.]

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Mike Hart, M.D
@drmikehart · X

Oral lavender (Silexan) was as effective as Lorazepam/Ativan (a commonly prescribed benzodiazepine/anti-anxiety medication) for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder. I wonder if @jordanbpeterson was told this before initiating treatment. https://t.co/PR1yMGEvFy https://t.co/KnWgYU9DcV

Feb 19, 2024 · 16 likes · 1 share · 66,391 followers View post →
Oum Cali
@OumCali · X

@linval59 Accroche toi. Les plantes peuvent t'aider particulierement la lavande (je fais une teinture mère 30 gouttes/jour minimum). + La vitamine C liposomale indispensable + Magnesium marin éventuellement https://t.co/418Gsryubz Et https://t.co/OtnSJjM8mb

Sep 20, 2021 · 7 likes · 1 share · 120 followers View post →
Pille, nicht Palle!
@PillenichtPalle · X

@ErikPharminger @sinapinicacid Bitte, danke! https://t.co/XHufaGtu60

Mar 11, 2022 · 3 likes · 83 followers View post →
Hana Tisserand
@HanaTiss · X

@bohdandlouhy A tady jedna z klinickych studii: https://t.co/4eDYO3jA5D (Silexan je to same, levandulova silice v tobolkach)

Jan 14, 2021 · 2 likes · 538 followers View post →
Hal Doth-butter-no-parsnips Lusk, Jr.
@yourpalhalsays · X

@MJisawizard I recommend an OTC product with Silexan (CalmAid on Amazon is $16). It's a pharmaceutical grade, oral lavender...but before you laugh (and I do generally scoff at homeopathic/alternative medicine), there's actually a study showing it as effective as Ativan https://t.co/FkVXlU1ha9

Jan 13, 2022 · 2 likes · 459 followers View post →
Carine el Khazen
@Carine47273673 · X

Really?

Oct 28, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 897 followers View post →

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Red Queen
@queenjess170 · X

This is huge for me. I know it will be for others also. Lavender oil capsules, Shown to be comparable to Xanax in several major trials. Do the research then decide if it could help you or your loved one. Lives can be saved. https://t.co/uZVCzd1ZKT

May 18, 2025 · 755 followers View post →
Dra. Tauany
@TauanyMRL · X

@alinne_wb @juliaattene

Apr 28, 2025 · 1 like · 237 followers View post →
Chris Williams
@gaffa.bsky.social · Bluesky

I'm experimenting with lavender oil gel caps. This is not woo-woo, there actually is some scientific experimentation going on with this. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19962288/

Dec 16, 2024 View post →
B.
@b_cryptex · X

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Sep 4, 2024 · 1,166 followers View post →
Dr. Jessie Keener
@DrJessieKeener · X

RT @drmikehart: Oral lavender (Silexan) was as effective as Lorazepam/Ativan (a commonly prescribed benzodiazepine/anti-anxiety medication)…

Feb 27, 2024 · 1 share · 6,434 followers View post →
Mike Hart, M.D
@drmikehart · X

Oral lavender (Silexan) was as effective as Lorazepam/Ativan (a commonly prescribed benzodiazepine/anti-anxiety medication) for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder. I wonder if @jordanbpeterson was told this before initiating treatment. https://t.co/PR1yMGEvFy https://t.co/KnWgYU9DcV

Feb 19, 2024 · 16 likes · 1 share · 66,391 followers View post →
ali
@MormanGirlPlane · X

@RockstressFM I haven't had a twitch in a while, but it was always too much reading with not enough light or no glasses and stress. If you can't close your eyes and rest them, lavender aromatherapy helped. https://t.co/cabe6QtanT

Nov 13, 2023 · 193 followers View post →
Sarah O'Connell
@SarahOC_MECFS · X

@mattekat2 https://t.co/YBW45hRktY

Sep 26, 2023 · 4,469 followers View post →
MyHealthSearch
@Find_my_health · X

@savingmeredith https://t.co/dyq3Fzc8Zn

Aug 1, 2023 · 41 followers View post →
gwyn schneider
@gwyns · X

@chydorina @remissionbiome Lavandula angustifolia (English lavender) Integrative Therapeutics – Lavela WS 1265 (anti anxiety) https://t.co/ZxYdPnAB8s

Jul 16, 2023 · 574 followers View post →
Jackie Trueblood
@ejtrueblood · X

Lavender oil showed no sedative effects in our study and has no potential for drug abuse, silexan appears to be an effective and well tolerated alternative to benzodiazepines for amelioration of generalised anxiety. https://t.co/fpqRoPGq3X

Feb 3, 2023 · 102 followers View post →
courtney schmidt
@courtneyms94 · X

https://t.co/zS51uaqQHK https://t.co/YczkcUG9uz

Jan 24, 2023 · 6 followers View post →
Jackie Trueblood
@ejtrueblood · X

A multi-center, double-blind, randomised study of the Lavender oil preparation Silexan in comparison to Lorazepam for generalized anxiety disorder. The results suggest that silexan effectively ameliorates generalized anxiety comparable to lorazepam https://t.co/fpqRoPGq3X

Nov 30, 2022 · 102 followers View post →
Bryan Andrews
@bryandrews · X

A multi-center, double-blind, randomised study of the Lavender oil preparation Silexan in comparison to Lorazepam f… https://t.co/glusxDoWhP

Jul 15, 2022 · 39 followers View post →
Pille, nicht Palle!
@PillenichtPalle · X

@ErikPharminger @sinapinicacid Bitte, danke! https://t.co/XHufaGtu60

Mar 11, 2022 · 3 likes · 83 followers View post →
Hal Doth-butter-no-parsnips Lusk, Jr.
@yourpalhalsays · X

@MJisawizard I recommend an OTC product with Silexan (CalmAid on Amazon is $16). It's a pharmaceutical grade, oral lavender...but before you laugh (and I do generally scoff at homeopathic/alternative medicine), there's actually a study showing it as effective as Ativan https://t.co/FkVXlU1ha9

Jan 13, 2022 · 2 likes · 459 followers View post →
#procureur
@guerrierviking · X

RT @OumCali: @linval59 Accroche toi. Les plantes peuvent t'aider particulierement la lavande (je fais une teinture mère 30 gouttes/jour min…

Sep 20, 2021 · 1 share · 228 followers View post →
Oum Cali
@OumCali · X

@linval59 Accroche toi. Les plantes peuvent t'aider particulierement la lavande (je fais une teinture mère 30 gouttes/jour minimum). + La vitamine C liposomale indispensable + Magnesium marin éventuellement https://t.co/418Gsryubz Et https://t.co/OtnSJjM8mb

Sep 20, 2021 · 7 likes · 1 share · 120 followers View post →
Sonam
@SikhNasty · X

I also share this product with patients that are candidates, usually those with mild-moderate anxiety and feel better when they have something they can "take". Shown to be as effective as benzos. Only side effect: lavender burps https://t.co/D02kAhGVln

Sep 13, 2021 · 2,757 followers View post →
SDGAlex 213milhõesdetiranos
@alexnacto · X

RT @alexnacto: A multi-center, double-blind, randomised study of the Lavender oil preparation Silexan in comparison to Lorazepam f… https:/…

Mar 1, 2021 · 1 share · 139 followers View post →
SDGAlex 213milhõesdetiranos
@alexnacto · X

A multi-center, double-blind, randomised study of the Lavender oil preparation Silexan in comparison to Lorazepam f… https://t.co/pxVWxYoBmU

Mar 1, 2021 · 1 share · 139 followers View post →
Hana Tisserand
@HanaTiss · X

@bohdandlouhy A tady jedna z klinickych studii: https://t.co/4eDYO3jA5D (Silexan je to same, levandulova silice v tobolkach)

Jan 14, 2021 · 2 likes · 538 followers View post →
Fabicooking. Fabienne LMP M6
@FabienneLMP · X

RT @Carine47273673: Really?

Oct 29, 2020 · 1 share · 528 followers View post →
Carine el Khazen
@Carine47273673 · X

Really?

Oct 28, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 897 followers View post →
June BlueSpruce
@jbluespruce · X

@leahmcelrath @ECMcLaughlin Lavender oil is an effective anti-anxiety medication that compares well with lorazepam (Xanax) without all the side effects and potential for addiction. Available OTC. I use Lavela to help me sleep. Only SE is... occasionally burping lavender. ☺️ https://t.co/RYzJP7P9DH

Sep 11, 2020 · 497 followers View post →
Dr. Sarah Murphy, ND
@DrSarah · X

#Lavender essential oil as effective as Lorazepam for #sleep and #anxiety... https://t.co/z3NVTDRyJH

Aug 28, 2020 · 909 followers View post →
Austin Davis
@TheChiropractor · X

Did you know that lavender oil has been shown to be as effective in dealing with anxiety as Lorazepam. It’s almost as if nature has provided us with all that we need to build a healthy immune system and regulate our hyper intelligent systems. https://t.co/ZUkHA9t9I6

Aug 25, 2020 · 2,339 followers View post →
Jeremy Shaft
@JeremyShaftDC · X

A multi-center, double-blind, randomised study of the Lavender oil preparation Silexan in comparison to Lorazepam for generalized anxiety disorder. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/RNc2n1e7DF

Sep 14, 2019 · 22 followers View post →