An Herbalist's Guide to Growing & Using St. John's Wort by Kathleen Brown

Author:Kathleen Brown
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Published: 1999-03-25T16:00:00+00:00

Don’t Mix Medications

Many herbalists discourage the use of St.-John’s-wort with other antidepressants, particularly Prozac. No studies have been published on the efficacy of using St.-John’s-wort with other antidepressants, but any use of this herb in combination with another medication should be closely monitored by your primary medical practitioner.

A Word of Caution

While many benefits are associated with St.-John’s-wort, there are also some concerns about taking this herb over too long a period oftime. Medical supervision is suggested for any long-term use (beyond 8 months). Taking large doses or using St.-John’s-wort for extended periods could cause the following:

Inflammation of mucous membranes and toxic reactions

Photosensitivity (a sensitivity to sunlight)

Nausea, insomnia, weakness, and edginess

There has not been enough study to conclusively prove the safety of St.-John’s-wort for pregnant women, nursing mothers, and their children. Therefore, I recommend that pregnant and nursing women avoid using St.-John’s-wort until more research has been conducted.

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