StressCalm, Formula 303 and DeStress: what each one is for

StressCalm, Formula 303 and DeStress sit side by side in our store, but they are not the same kind of product. Here we tell you what each one contains, how it is taken and what its label says, word for word.

Two homeopathic medicines and one supplement

The label says what each one is:

• Boiron StressCalm: "HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE". On the back it has the "Drug Facts" box.
• Formula 303: "Homeopathic".
• Organic Health Labs DeStress: "Dietary Supplement". On the back it has the "Supplement Facts" box.

The front of each one

• StressCalm: "STRESS RELIEF*", "Relieves Nervous Tension", "Calms Mind & Body*", "Stay Focused & Relaxed", "Plant-Powered Relief" and "60 MELTAWAY TABLETS".
• Formula 303: "MAXIMUM-STRENGTH NATURAL RELAXANT", "Natural Relief For Muscle Spasm, Tension, and Stress", "60 TABLETS" and "No Sugar Coating No Color".
• DeStress: among its phrases, "NATURAL STRESS RELIEF", "with B Vitamins, GABA, Bacopa, Taurine, Organic Ashwagandha & Reishi Mushroom", "Increases focus", "Calms digestive system", "Relaxes muscles" and "30 Vegetarian Capsules".

The "*" on StressCalm refers to this note printed below its "Drug Facts" box: "CLAIMS BASED ON TRADITIONAL HOMEOPATHIC PRACTICE, NOT ACCEPTED MEDICAL EVIDENCE. NOT FDA EVALUATED."

What each one contains

• StressCalm, "Active ingredients (in each tablet)", each one with its "Purpose*":
  • "Aconitum napellus 6C HPUS (0.42 mg) (contains less than 10⁻¹⁴ mg aconitine alkaloids)": "Relieves restlessness and agitation".
  • "Belladonna 6C HPUS (0.42 mg) (contains less than 10⁻¹⁴ mg atropine alkaloids)": "Relieves hypersensitivity to stress".
  • "Calendula officinalis 6C HPUS (0.42 mg)": "Relieves nervous fatigue, hypersensitivity to noise".
  • "Chelidonium majus 6C HPUS (0.42 mg) (contains less than 10⁻¹⁴ mg chelidonine alkaloids)": "Relieves digestive symptoms caused by stress".
  • "Jequirity 6C HPUS (0.42 mg) (contains less than 10⁻¹⁴ mg indole alkaloids)": "Relieves uneasiness".
  • "Viburnum opulus 6C HPUS (0.42 mg)": "Relieves nervousness and restless sleep".
  And below: "The letters 'HPUS' indicate that the components in this product are officially monographed in the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States." Inactive ingredients: "croscarmellose sodium, lactose, magnesium stearate".
• Formula 303, "Active ingredients: 6 parts Valerian Root (Quad-Strength) 1X, 3 Parts Passiflora (Quad-Strength) 1X, 1 part Magnesium Carbonate 1X." "Inactive ingredients: Lactose N.F., Maltodextrin, Sodium Starch Glycolate, Stearic Acid, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica." And "Gluten Free".
• DeStress, per serving of 2 capsules ("Serving size: 2 Capsules"): "Thiamin (Vitamin B1) (as Thiamine HCl) 10 mg 833%", "Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) 10 mg 588%", "Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 20 mcg 833%", "Biotin 50 mcg 167%", "Calcium (as Calcium Citrate) 50 mg 4%", "Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate) 100 mg 24%" and a "Proprietary Blend 450 mg" (the manufacturer's own blend): "Gamma Amino Butyric Acid (GABA), Organic Ashwagandha Root Powder, Taurine, Organic Chamomile Flower Powder, Rhodiola Root Powder, Organic Peppermint Leaf Powder, Magnolia Bark Powder, Organic Lemon Balm Leaf Powder, Glycine, Schisandra Fruit Powder, Organic Holy Basil Leaf Powder, Organic Reishi Mycelium Powder, L-Theanine, Bacopa Herb Extract, Organic Passionflower Aerial Part Powder, Organic Scullcap Herb Powder." Other ingredients: "Hypromellose (Vegetarian Capsule), Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate."

In a proprietary blend, the label gives the total of the blend (here, 450 mg), but not how much of each ingredient it contains.

What the label says it is for

StressCalm, as a medicine, has a "Uses*" section. It says, word for word: "temporarily relieves symptoms of occasional stress such as: nervous tension, fatigue, digestive symptoms caused by stress, hypersensitivity to stress or noise, irritability, uneasiness" and "does not affect alertness".

Formula 303 says it on its front, "Natural Relief For Muscle Spasm, Tension, and Stress", and in its directions, which separate "MUSCLE SPASM" from "TENSION AND STRESS". DeStress, as a supplement, says it with the phrases on its front.

How to take each one

• StressCalm: "Adults and children 12 years of age and older: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 2 tablets in the mouth 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved." "Children under 12 years of age: Ask a doctor."
• Formula 303: "DIRECTIONS: Adults and children 12 years of age and older, take as directed or as directed by your doctor. Do not exceed 12 tablets in a 24 hour period." "MUSCLE SPASM: As a muscle relaxant, 2 tablets every three hours until relief is obtained. Then 2 tablets with each meal and 2 at bedtime." "TENSION AND STRESS: As a relaxant, 2 tablets with each meal and 2 at bedtime."
• DeStress: "Suggested Use: 2 capsules daily." "Advanced Use: 2 capsules twice per day (8:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.)."

Each one gives a different amount and way.

The warnings on each one

• StressCalm: "Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 2 weeks or worsen." "If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use." "Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away."
• Formula 303: "KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN." "WARNING: If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product." "Store in a cool, dry place." "In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately." "TAMPER EVIDENT Do Not Use If Printed Seal Under Cap is Missing or Damaged".
• DeStress: "Caution: As with any dietary supplement, consult your physician before using this product, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a health condition or if you are under medical supervision." On that same side it has: "*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease."

Where to find them

In our store we have Boiron StressCalm, 60 Meltaway Tablets, Formula 303 Natural Relaxant, 60 Tablets and Organic Health Labs DeStress, 30 Vegetarian Capsules. All our calm products are in Calm & Relaxation.

For more details, call us at 787-304-0458 or message us on WhatsApp at 787-618-8888.