Can any of you say for sure that St. John's Wart actually worked/helped you for sure?
Is there a noticeable difference between when you take it and when you don't?
2007-02-15 17:16:19 · 7 answers · asked by Mark B 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
http://www.patient.co.uk/comments/27000426/
2007-02-15 17:28:51 · answer #1 · answered by Aimee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No,
Science Says:
There is some scientific evidence that St. John's wort is useful for treating mild to moderate depression. However, two large studies, one sponsored by NCCAM, showed that the herb was no more effective than placebo in treating major depression of moderate severity.
NCCAM is studying the use of St. John's wort in a wider spectrum of mood disorders, including minor depression.
And look at the side effects. Omg. FDA will never approve this useless drug. Its no better than a placebo(a pill/medicine with no medicinal value)!
"St. John's wort may cause increased sensitivity to sunlight. Other side effects can include anxiety, dry mouth, dizziness, gastrointestinal symptoms, fatigue, headache, or sexual dysfunction. "
Use a regular, approved and actually useful antidepressant in case you need it.
2007-02-15 17:19:36 · answer #2 · answered by Abdul Ali Jakeer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to use St. John's Wort brewed into a tea for mild depression and it worked every time. I would go from that 'bottom of the barrel' feeling to my happy place. No doubt whatever in my mind that it helped. My other sure cure was running.
I never experienced any side effects at all.
Then I discovered that Advil liqui-gels were exacerbating the depression, so I worked on other migraine solutions and haven't had to resort to running or SJW for a while.
2007-02-15 17:23:13 · answer #3 · answered by Eclectic_N 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-15 22:41:19 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Years ago I tried a product called Happy Camper. It has St. Johns Wort and other herbs. I think it did help me feel a little less anxious. I do drink a St Johns Wort tea. It may help. I guess if I don't realize I'm feeling stressed after I drink it, it must be helpful.
2007-02-15 17:20:12 · answer #5 · answered by itry007 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my mom used it a while ago, and it did nothing according to her. and i believe doctors actually dont reccomend using it? i dont know. but i do know that it contains shellfish, so i would gag at the thought of people taking the pills lol
2007-02-15 17:24:35 · answer #6 · answered by girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, the medical evidence against it was too complex and indicative of too many problems
2007-02-15 17:18:57 · answer #7 · answered by rose_merrick 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋