(Hypericum perforatum). Is it true that St John's wort works well against depression?
2007-07-08 10:12:33 · 8 answers · asked by Maryshka 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
I've heard that St. John's Wort is somewhat effective for mild depression, but I would imagine that nothing is effective with everyone. Everyone is different. It is best to consult a psychiatrist. The psychiatrists I know will also recommend St. John's Wort if they think it will help.
2007-07-08 10:27:26 · answer #1 · answered by cavassi 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You have started something that you don't know about? Wouldn't be wise to study up on St. John's Wort before you start taking it? St. John's wort has been used for centuries to treat mental disorders and nerve pain. In ancient times, herbalists wrote about its use as a sedative and a treatment for malaria, as well as a balm for wounds, burns, and insect bites. Today, St. John's wort is used by some for depression, anxiety, and/or sleep disorders.
2016-05-17 04:17:00 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's a lot of controversy about the use of St. John's Wort in the use of depression, especially on how it compares to the SSRI's. Take a look at this article below as it may clear up some of your questions and concerns:
http://health.ivillage.com/holistic/hherbal/0,,72s,00.html
2007-07-08 10:19:34 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I used it a long time ago. It did just put me in a little bit better of a mood. It wasn't anything too powerful, I was just in a little bit higher spirits. May be worth a try. I was taking a ginko biloba/ginseng mix for a while, that gave a stronger feeling. Higher spirits, and your memory! Random things I forgot about popped back into my mind when taking these. lol good luck
2007-07-08 10:25:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
from all i have read on it st.john's wort is not approved by the FDA, you should not take it if you are currently on an anti-depressant, those are the bad things about it, the positive side is its all natural, no side effects i know of and it can be used as a temporary fix for just depression not bi-polar or severe depression
2007-07-08 12:37:37 · answer #5 · answered by oceanlady580 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is said to be effective - but it interferes with other medications (including birth control pills and some cancer treatments). So make sure you talk with your doctor if you are taking other meds
2007-07-08 10:17:42 · answer #6 · answered by heckenhocker 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yep it can if your depression's due to dopamine underproduction.
2007-07-08 10:21:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
yah it does i used it for a while
2007-07-08 15:32:05 · answer #8 · answered by *Jenn* 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋