How long does it take for St Johns Wort to go out of my system?
Q. Ive been taking St Johns wort but haven't taken it for the past 2 days. I was prescribed Imagrin Nasal Sprays which I cannot take at the same time as St Johns Wort. Would I b ok to take the nasal spray now or shud i wait longer?
Asked by mandee_00 - Tue Sep 4 06:57:35 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You should be ok to use the nasal spray now. By not taking it at the same time would just mean that the spray wouldn't work as effectively. It won't cause you any harm.
Answered by Nicky T - Tue Sep 4 07:19:22 2007
Q. Ive been taking St Johns wort but haven't taken it for the past 2 days. I was prescribed Imagrin Nasal Sprays which I cannot take at the same time as St Johns Wort. Would I b ok to take the nasal spray now or shud i wait longer?
Asked by mandee_00 - Tue Sep 4 06:57:35 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You should be ok to use the nasal spray now. By not taking it at the same time would just mean that the spray wouldn't work as effectively. It won't cause you any harm.
Answered by Nicky T - Tue Sep 4 07:19:22 2007
What are the possible side effects of taking 10mg of Paxil and St. Johns Wort together?
Q. I am suffering from depression and anxiety... I have been taking herbal supplements recently. St. Johns Wort, Valerian Root, and Kava Kava. Can I combine any of these herbal remedies with my Paxil or should I just take the Paxil alone?
Asked by BarbieGirl8 - Mon Apr 27 13:03:15 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. dont take st john's wort...it has something to do with the release of neurotransmitters and the effects of your paxil
Answered by kayliking1987 - Mon Apr 27 13:21:44 2009
Q. I am suffering from depression and anxiety... I have been taking herbal supplements recently. St. Johns Wort, Valerian Root, and Kava Kava. Can I combine any of these herbal remedies with my Paxil or should I just take the Paxil alone?
Asked by BarbieGirl8 - Mon Apr 27 13:03:15 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. dont take st john's wort...it has something to do with the release of neurotransmitters and the effects of your paxil
Answered by kayliking1987 - Mon Apr 27 13:21:44 2009
Can you buy St Johns Wort Tablets in pharmecies?
Q. are they available in pharmecies? if so can you buy it without a prescription? also, is st johns wort really honestly effective for depression? i mean, if st johns wort really was such a miracle herbal/natural alternative for anti depressents, why arent doctors prescribing them instead of chemical inducing drugs?
Asked by MissMadHatteR - Wed Aug 11 04:43:20 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, you can purchase St. Johns Wort (SJW) over the counter (OTC) at most pharmacies such as CVS, Walgreens, and the like. That said, If you're looking for a St. John's Wort product. It's my understanding that you need to find one that's been standardized for hyperforin. This is main active component responsible for reducing symptoms of depression. Here's a link to a clinical research study published in a reputable medical journal discussing the topic - There are a number of reasons why doctors don't prescribe SJW. Here are a few of those reasons: 1.) Alternative medicine is not something that's normally focused on in med school. 2.) Generally speaking, the FDA does not officially approve alternatives to prescription medicine like SJW. … [cont.]
Answered by JojobaBeen - Thu Aug 12 13:57:44 2010
Q. are they available in pharmecies? if so can you buy it without a prescription? also, is st johns wort really honestly effective for depression? i mean, if st johns wort really was such a miracle herbal/natural alternative for anti depressents, why arent doctors prescribing them instead of chemical inducing drugs?
Asked by MissMadHatteR - Wed Aug 11 04:43:20 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, you can purchase St. Johns Wort (SJW) over the counter (OTC) at most pharmacies such as CVS, Walgreens, and the like. That said, If you're looking for a St. John's Wort product. It's my understanding that you need to find one that's been standardized for hyperforin. This is main active component responsible for reducing symptoms of depression. Here's a link to a clinical research study published in a reputable medical journal discussing the topic - There are a number of reasons why doctors don't prescribe SJW. Here are a few of those reasons: 1.) Alternative medicine is not something that's normally focused on in med school. 2.) Generally speaking, the FDA does not officially approve alternatives to prescription medicine like SJW. … [cont.]
Answered by JojobaBeen - Thu Aug 12 13:57:44 2010
Does St Johns Wort actually work for anxiety and depression?
Q. I used to take Paxil two years ago but stopped it within about 8 months of use despite being told it was a good idea to continue by the psychiatrist. But I went to see my GP a few days ago with another problem. I ended up telling him my issue with Paxil and he said I can try St Johns Wort if I would like to try anything herbal... I thought it was a bit strange for a doctor to suggest anything herbal but just want to know if it really works... I stopped taking Paxil a very long time ago. It made me feel emotionally numb... really did not like it...
Asked by hs - Fri Jan 23 06:19:07 2009 - - 17 Answers - 2 Comments
A. St. John's Wort has some mild anti-depressant effects. Mild being the key word here. It was only somewhat effective in MILD cases of depression. The GP probably mentioned this since you were complaining about Paxil, which as far as anti-dpressants go, is pretty mild in the 'emotionally numbing' effect. I'm on Paxil as well and this emotional numbness is disconcerting sometimes, but there isn't really an alternative that works as well as it does for me. I've tried Zoloft (same effect, but stopped working after several years), and a few others (Wellbutrin and Effextor kept me from sleeping, probably because of the norepinephrine reuptake inhibition... or so I guess). St. John's Wort will probably do the same thing, but the problem is that… [cont.]
Answered by pelops_dl - Fri Jan 23 06:36:01 2009
Q. I used to take Paxil two years ago but stopped it within about 8 months of use despite being told it was a good idea to continue by the psychiatrist. But I went to see my GP a few days ago with another problem. I ended up telling him my issue with Paxil and he said I can try St Johns Wort if I would like to try anything herbal... I thought it was a bit strange for a doctor to suggest anything herbal but just want to know if it really works... I stopped taking Paxil a very long time ago. It made me feel emotionally numb... really did not like it...
Asked by hs - Fri Jan 23 06:19:07 2009 - - 17 Answers - 2 Comments
A. St. John's Wort has some mild anti-depressant effects. Mild being the key word here. It was only somewhat effective in MILD cases of depression. The GP probably mentioned this since you were complaining about Paxil, which as far as anti-dpressants go, is pretty mild in the 'emotionally numbing' effect. I'm on Paxil as well and this emotional numbness is disconcerting sometimes, but there isn't really an alternative that works as well as it does for me. I've tried Zoloft (same effect, but stopped working after several years), and a few others (Wellbutrin and Effextor kept me from sleeping, probably because of the norepinephrine reuptake inhibition... or so I guess). St. John's Wort will probably do the same thing, but the problem is that… [cont.]
Answered by pelops_dl - Fri Jan 23 06:36:01 2009
Is it safe to take st johns wort with rescue pastilles?
Q. I was wondering if taking st johns wort. 2 capsules a day will be ok to take with the rescue pastilles i believe made by bachs. Im takin the st johns wort for a while and am still getting anxiety and stuff. So can i take rescue pastilles with my st johns wort. Like as many as i need. I figure there both natural. No matter what flavor
Asked by Chris - Sat May 2 20:45:46 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Don't take the advice of people on an internet forum for something medical like this! Consult a real doctor. You must understand that something 'Natural' is still made of chemicals. It only works if it has active ingredients in it which are the same as those in normal medicines. St. John's Wort acts on the liver to reduce the blood levels of many, many prescription drugs. People may believe it to be a safe and gentle herb, but they are unaware that it is reducing the effectiveness of other medications that they are taking. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Answered by Real Life - Sun May 3 03:04:05 2009
Q. I was wondering if taking st johns wort. 2 capsules a day will be ok to take with the rescue pastilles i believe made by bachs. Im takin the st johns wort for a while and am still getting anxiety and stuff. So can i take rescue pastilles with my st johns wort. Like as many as i need. I figure there both natural. No matter what flavor
Asked by Chris - Sat May 2 20:45:46 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Don't take the advice of people on an internet forum for something medical like this! Consult a real doctor. You must understand that something 'Natural' is still made of chemicals. It only works if it has active ingredients in it which are the same as those in normal medicines. St. John's Wort acts on the liver to reduce the blood levels of many, many prescription drugs. People may believe it to be a safe and gentle herb, but they are unaware that it is reducing the effectiveness of other medications that they are taking. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Answered by Real Life - Sun May 3 03:04:05 2009
Does St Johns Wort actually help depression?
Q. Does st johns worth help with depression.. For the past few months i have been really down and past week or two i just cry all the time.. i don't want to take anti depressants, but i heard st johns wort can help? ALso does it make you gain weight? Are there any other herbal remedies to help with depression? I took two a couple of hours ago and now i'm feeling nautious, like i'm about to be sick.. is this a normal side effect?
Asked by Chlohi - Mon Jul 20 01:16:52 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. St. John's Wort does help some people with depression; I'm not sure if it will make you gain weight, but it ultimately depends on the person. No other herbal remedies come to mind, but there are probably some out there. If you're looking for natural remedies in general, vitamin B-complex supplements and/or omega-3 fatty acid supplements also help some people. Have you considered therapy? It can help a great deal in depression, as the therapist can teach you ways to help yourself get well on your own. If you decide to take this route, you may need an official diagnosis from psychiatrist; please note that you DO NOT need to take medication if you don't want to. Also, have you had any medical diagnostic tests done? There is the possibility… [cont.]
Answered by Acerah - Mon Jul 20 01:28:56 2009
Q. Does st johns worth help with depression.. For the past few months i have been really down and past week or two i just cry all the time.. i don't want to take anti depressants, but i heard st johns wort can help? ALso does it make you gain weight? Are there any other herbal remedies to help with depression? I took two a couple of hours ago and now i'm feeling nautious, like i'm about to be sick.. is this a normal side effect?
Asked by Chlohi - Mon Jul 20 01:16:52 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. St. John's Wort does help some people with depression; I'm not sure if it will make you gain weight, but it ultimately depends on the person. No other herbal remedies come to mind, but there are probably some out there. If you're looking for natural remedies in general, vitamin B-complex supplements and/or omega-3 fatty acid supplements also help some people. Have you considered therapy? It can help a great deal in depression, as the therapist can teach you ways to help yourself get well on your own. If you decide to take this route, you may need an official diagnosis from psychiatrist; please note that you DO NOT need to take medication if you don't want to. Also, have you had any medical diagnostic tests done? There is the possibility… [cont.]
Answered by Acerah - Mon Jul 20 01:28:56 2009
I am on birth control and am taking st johns wort for mood. What are my chances of getting pregnant?
Q. I started St. John's wort about 2 weeks ago and was just wondering since I am taking birth control is there a chance I could get pregnant while on birth control? Serious answers only.
Asked by Jennifer - Thu Aug 12 16:25:18 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. YES!!! I had to quit taking St. John's Wart when I was on BC. I changed to 5-HTP. It's a little more expensive, but it worked good for me. Just make sure that it doesn't have anything else like Valarian with it, or it might make you a bit tired. I've also heard SAM-e is good too.
Answered by Moore78 - Thu Aug 12 17:10:06 2010
Q. I started St. John's wort about 2 weeks ago and was just wondering since I am taking birth control is there a chance I could get pregnant while on birth control? Serious answers only.
Asked by Jennifer - Thu Aug 12 16:25:18 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. YES!!! I had to quit taking St. John's Wart when I was on BC. I changed to 5-HTP. It's a little more expensive, but it worked good for me. Just make sure that it doesn't have anything else like Valarian with it, or it might make you a bit tired. I've also heard SAM-e is good too.
Answered by Moore78 - Thu Aug 12 17:10:06 2010
I have a job interview tomorrow and really want job, will taking st johns wort help my confidence? need help?
Q. I am getting really nervous and anxious and need a job asap, so I have to nail the interview, apart from reading up about the company etc , will st johns wort help my confidence or do you know anything better that will kick in by tomorrow, legal stuff only lol.
Asked by alias273 - Sun Mar 15 21:15:48 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No. Taking herbs can have unusual side effects. You don't want that. It is better to be nervous. Being nervous is actually good. It shows that you care about the job. If you didn't care, you wouldn't be nervous. Tell the interviewer that you feel nervous but that you know you can do a great job. She will be glad that you admitted that you are nervous rather than trying to cover it up..
Answered by Ed Atun - Mon Mar 16 08:27:01 2009
Q. I am getting really nervous and anxious and need a job asap, so I have to nail the interview, apart from reading up about the company etc , will st johns wort help my confidence or do you know anything better that will kick in by tomorrow, legal stuff only lol.
Asked by alias273 - Sun Mar 15 21:15:48 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No. Taking herbs can have unusual side effects. You don't want that. It is better to be nervous. Being nervous is actually good. It shows that you care about the job. If you didn't care, you wouldn't be nervous. Tell the interviewer that you feel nervous but that you know you can do a great job. She will be glad that you admitted that you are nervous rather than trying to cover it up..
Answered by Ed Atun - Mon Mar 16 08:27:01 2009
How long before using st johns wort will i see improvement?
Q. I have been having palputations for about a month now, but no doctor has been able to diagnose it. I am a 23 year old male. So my friend suggested that it may be related to anxiety and recomended i start taking st. johns wort so i did. Also wondering if palputations can be from anxiety
Asked by mikeschauff123 - Thu Oct 19 08:46:29 2006 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most people will start to see some results within 2-3 weeks. However, it depends on your age, diet, health status, stress levels, severity of your problem, body chemistry, and many other factors. Some people might see some results sooner, while others will need more time to see results. Herbal supplements have an 85% effective rate.
Answered by lignebur72 - Thu Oct 19 16:09:21 2006
Q. I have been having palputations for about a month now, but no doctor has been able to diagnose it. I am a 23 year old male. So my friend suggested that it may be related to anxiety and recomended i start taking st. johns wort so i did. Also wondering if palputations can be from anxiety
Asked by mikeschauff123 - Thu Oct 19 08:46:29 2006 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most people will start to see some results within 2-3 weeks. However, it depends on your age, diet, health status, stress levels, severity of your problem, body chemistry, and many other factors. Some people might see some results sooner, while others will need more time to see results. Herbal supplements have an 85% effective rate.
Answered by lignebur72 - Thu Oct 19 16:09:21 2006
how can i find out if st. johns wort is a contra indicator with Serafem?
Q. i take sarafem 14 days of the month and would like to take st. johns wort the other 14 days.
Asked by Hot Lips 4077 - Tue May 6 18:30:01 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They are incompatible. Do not take them together. Go to your local drug store and tell the pharmacist and he/she should be able to give you more detailed info and possibly suggest something besides St. John's wort.
Answered by Heather-Nicolle - Tue May 6 18:36:54 2008
Q. i take sarafem 14 days of the month and would like to take st. johns wort the other 14 days.
Asked by Hot Lips 4077 - Tue May 6 18:30:01 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They are incompatible. Do not take them together. Go to your local drug store and tell the pharmacist and he/she should be able to give you more detailed info and possibly suggest something besides St. John's wort.
Answered by Heather-Nicolle - Tue May 6 18:36:54 2008
What happens if you take Fluoxetine (Prozac) & St Johns Wort Together ?
Q. I have been been taking St Johns Wort for a while now & have prescribed Fluoxetine. What happens if i take both ? An ideas ??? Thanks in advance for any good answers
Asked by Sams Your Man - Sat Feb 28 04:38:55 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. St John s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a popular unlicensed herbal remedy for treating mild depression. However, preparations of St John s wort can induce drug metabolising enzymes and a number of important interactions with conventional drugs have been identified, see Appendix 1 (St John s wort). The amount of active ingredient can vary between different preparations of St John s wort and switching from one to another can change the degree of enzyme induction. Furthermore, when a patient stops taking St John s wort, concentrations of interacting drugs may increase, leading to toxicity. Antidepressants should not be used with St John s wort because of the potential for interaction. fluoxetine (ssri) - increased serotonergic effects… [cont.]
Answered by dr_ukgp - Sat Feb 28 04:50:19 2009
Q. I have been been taking St Johns Wort for a while now & have prescribed Fluoxetine. What happens if i take both ? An ideas ??? Thanks in advance for any good answers
Asked by Sams Your Man - Sat Feb 28 04:38:55 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. St John s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a popular unlicensed herbal remedy for treating mild depression. However, preparations of St John s wort can induce drug metabolising enzymes and a number of important interactions with conventional drugs have been identified, see Appendix 1 (St John s wort). The amount of active ingredient can vary between different preparations of St John s wort and switching from one to another can change the degree of enzyme induction. Furthermore, when a patient stops taking St John s wort, concentrations of interacting drugs may increase, leading to toxicity. Antidepressants should not be used with St John s wort because of the potential for interaction. fluoxetine (ssri) - increased serotonergic effects… [cont.]
Answered by dr_ukgp - Sat Feb 28 04:50:19 2009
Why on earth would St.Johns Wort and Gingko be illegal in Ireland?
Q. I ive in Ireland and I was thinking of buying Gingko but was told it's illegal and has been for about 3 or 4 years under new laws?!!! So too is St.Johns Wort and it seems some other natural pills. Yet, they are legal in the US, UK etc... @ Oldtimekid2: I phoned a few stores today asking about it, whether they have it and how much, and was told repeatedly that they are banned from stocking it because of Irish law. It's crazy but true!
Asked by Irish - Mon May 11 12:34:52 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Unfortunately, there are more times than I would care to admit that some higher-up official(s) read something or hear something that is either off-base or completely false and they run with it. Sometimes it's because one of their constituents brings it to their attention, sometimes it's the "common people" that they represent, and sometimes it's their own personal reading. Either way, they may restrict or ban a perfectly safe and natural product based on that and it does upset a lot of people. It's happened with hundreds of things in California, dozens of things in Canada, and a smaller number of items in many other countries and areas. The best thing you can do is to contact your local governmental officials (mayor, town counsel, etc),… [cont.]
Answered by oldtimekid2 - Mon May 11 15:46:46 2009
Q. I ive in Ireland and I was thinking of buying Gingko but was told it's illegal and has been for about 3 or 4 years under new laws?!!! So too is St.Johns Wort and it seems some other natural pills. Yet, they are legal in the US, UK etc... @ Oldtimekid2: I phoned a few stores today asking about it, whether they have it and how much, and was told repeatedly that they are banned from stocking it because of Irish law. It's crazy but true!
Asked by Irish - Mon May 11 12:34:52 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Unfortunately, there are more times than I would care to admit that some higher-up official(s) read something or hear something that is either off-base or completely false and they run with it. Sometimes it's because one of their constituents brings it to their attention, sometimes it's the "common people" that they represent, and sometimes it's their own personal reading. Either way, they may restrict or ban a perfectly safe and natural product based on that and it does upset a lot of people. It's happened with hundreds of things in California, dozens of things in Canada, and a smaller number of items in many other countries and areas. The best thing you can do is to contact your local governmental officials (mayor, town counsel, etc),… [cont.]
Answered by oldtimekid2 - Mon May 11 15:46:46 2009
How long does it take st johns wort to show effect?
Q. just wondering how long it takes st johns wort to show effect. mainly for treatin depression purposes
Asked by baby firefly - Mon Aug 17 09:43:59 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. At least 4 weeks
Answered by The Bricklayer - Mon Aug 17 09:49:18 2009
Q. just wondering how long it takes st johns wort to show effect. mainly for treatin depression purposes
Asked by baby firefly - Mon Aug 17 09:43:59 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. At least 4 weeks
Answered by The Bricklayer - Mon Aug 17 09:49:18 2009
where can i find St Johns wort in India?
Q. Should i start taking st johns wort for depression?I've been on some anti-depressants.
Asked by first - Tue Apr 27 08:12:33 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. Should i start taking st johns wort for depression?I've been on some anti-depressants.
Asked by first - Tue Apr 27 08:12:33 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
Can I increase my dosage of St Johns Wort?
Q. I am currently taking 2 x St Johns Wort tablets a day which is the recommended dosage on the bottle. They are 334mg Standardised extract and provide 1 mg Hypercin. What harm would it do to increase the dosage to 3 or even 4 tablets a day. Would I be doing myself any harm and would it help my moods better.
Asked by mork&mindy - Sat Mar 24 12:22:06 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. if you are taking these for depression have a look at PROXAN - this makes the brain create its own serotonin again (the happy chemical) whereas antidepressants put artifical serotonin in your brain... St Johns wart is very mild, if you dont have the desired effects I would have a chat to your doctor or psych and check this out! also EPA in omegas is great for the functioning of the brain, cheack out vegepa.com
Answered by Berky - Sat Mar 24 12:26:28 2007
Q. I am currently taking 2 x St Johns Wort tablets a day which is the recommended dosage on the bottle. They are 334mg Standardised extract and provide 1 mg Hypercin. What harm would it do to increase the dosage to 3 or even 4 tablets a day. Would I be doing myself any harm and would it help my moods better.
Asked by mork&mindy - Sat Mar 24 12:22:06 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. if you are taking these for depression have a look at PROXAN - this makes the brain create its own serotonin again (the happy chemical) whereas antidepressants put artifical serotonin in your brain... St Johns wart is very mild, if you dont have the desired effects I would have a chat to your doctor or psych and check this out! also EPA in omegas is great for the functioning of the brain, cheack out vegepa.com
Answered by Berky - Sat Mar 24 12:26:28 2007
is it ok to switch brands of st johns wort just like that?
Q. ive been taking st johns wort for about a month but ive run out of them ones now and i have a box of the brand kira st johns wort is it ok to just start straight into that pack.
Asked by tigertiger28 - Mon Jun 29 10:40:30 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yes- I used 6 different kinds while I was taking them. Just try to match the dosages- same MG of the pills
Answered by Sharon - Mon Jun 29 10:44:34 2009
Q. ive been taking st johns wort for about a month but ive run out of them ones now and i have a box of the brand kira st johns wort is it ok to just start straight into that pack.
Asked by tigertiger28 - Mon Jun 29 10:40:30 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yes- I used 6 different kinds while I was taking them. Just try to match the dosages- same MG of the pills
Answered by Sharon - Mon Jun 29 10:44:34 2009
Is St Johns Wort available in liquid form and if so, where?
Q. I felt less stressed when taking St Johns Wort but have much difficulty swallowing any pills. Please help if you know if I can buy in liquid form. Thanks. Holidays are particularly hard for me so if you have any other suggestions, would greatly appreciate.
Asked by Tennessee - Sat Dec 9 14:27:52 2006 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Look for it in tincture form at a health food store. Try this link to purchase online:
Answered by tripledavis - Sat Dec 9 14:36:48 2006
Q. I felt less stressed when taking St Johns Wort but have much difficulty swallowing any pills. Please help if you know if I can buy in liquid form. Thanks. Holidays are particularly hard for me so if you have any other suggestions, would greatly appreciate.
Asked by Tennessee - Sat Dec 9 14:27:52 2006 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Look for it in tincture form at a health food store. Try this link to purchase online:
Answered by tripledavis - Sat Dec 9 14:36:48 2006
im taking st. johns wort to improve my mood but it seems to be worse does it get worse b4 it gets better?
Q. ive been taking st. johns wort for a couple of days to try to improve my mood but ive become very irritated my question is, is this normal is it like other meds and the mood worsen before it gets better???
Asked by Jason - Tue Jul 14 18:57:14 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. IN natural medicine, there is often a worstening before there is an improvement (agree with Herring's law). However, with a person's mood I would never take chances (legally or ethically). if you are getting worse then it is time to implement another strategy. St Johns can take 4 weeks before it kicks in, so in the meantime, you could try SAMe which onyl takes 24-72 hours and has many antidepressant qualities. Most health shops will sell this. Please make sure if you take either of these you are not on prescription anti-depressants. If things really do get worse please speak to a professional, either gp or a naturopath. Good luck, god bless. Remeber to look at your diet! You cant do this with pills alone. Please email me if you need… [cont.]
Answered by Dan The Man - Tue Jul 14 20:37:51 2009
Q. ive been taking st. johns wort for a couple of days to try to improve my mood but ive become very irritated my question is, is this normal is it like other meds and the mood worsen before it gets better???
Asked by Jason - Tue Jul 14 18:57:14 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. IN natural medicine, there is often a worstening before there is an improvement (agree with Herring's law). However, with a person's mood I would never take chances (legally or ethically). if you are getting worse then it is time to implement another strategy. St Johns can take 4 weeks before it kicks in, so in the meantime, you could try SAMe which onyl takes 24-72 hours and has many antidepressant qualities. Most health shops will sell this. Please make sure if you take either of these you are not on prescription anti-depressants. If things really do get worse please speak to a professional, either gp or a naturopath. Good luck, god bless. Remeber to look at your diet! You cant do this with pills alone. Please email me if you need… [cont.]
Answered by Dan The Man - Tue Jul 14 20:37:51 2009
What is your opinion on St johns wort?
Q. I want to try st johns wort for my anxiety and depression but I want to get opinions from people who have tried it or know of someone who has tried it and did it work for them?
Asked by Zahuli - Sun Aug 8 03:45:38 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. A lot of people here in Ireland find it very good. At one time you could have got it over the counter without a doctor's prescription but now you can't get it like that anymore. I wanted to try it out but was told I would have to have a doctor's prescription. So I went to the doctor's but he prescribe a different tablet to me.
Answered by Rose Blossom - Sun Aug 8 03:49:38 2010
Q. I want to try st johns wort for my anxiety and depression but I want to get opinions from people who have tried it or know of someone who has tried it and did it work for them?
Asked by Zahuli - Sun Aug 8 03:45:38 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. A lot of people here in Ireland find it very good. At one time you could have got it over the counter without a doctor's prescription but now you can't get it like that anymore. I wanted to try it out but was told I would have to have a doctor's prescription. So I went to the doctor's but he prescribe a different tablet to me.
Answered by Rose Blossom - Sun Aug 8 03:49:38 2010
Has anyone used St Johns wort for mild/moderate depression? If so how long did it take to work?
Q. I have recently started taking St Johns Wort for mile to moderate depression. I am taking 1 x 1000mg (300mg hypericum Perforatum, 900mcg Hypericin) daily. How long should it take to notice a difference? And is this an ok dosage? The bottle says take 2 - 3 daily, however I have read and been told to take one a day??
Asked by Laura - Sun Nov 29 13:20:12 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I used it for PMS/depression, I took one with each meal (3 a day) and saw results in 2 weeks, after a month I lowered the dose to two a day. A fantastic herb, I felt happy, I could sleep, no water retention or cravings, weight loss - just make sure you buy a good brand and do what it says on the label. I personally tried the FSC brand. Good luck!
Answered by unknown - Mon Nov 30 17:07:18 2009
Q. I have recently started taking St Johns Wort for mile to moderate depression. I am taking 1 x 1000mg (300mg hypericum Perforatum, 900mcg Hypericin) daily. How long should it take to notice a difference? And is this an ok dosage? The bottle says take 2 - 3 daily, however I have read and been told to take one a day??
Asked by Laura - Sun Nov 29 13:20:12 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I used it for PMS/depression, I took one with each meal (3 a day) and saw results in 2 weeks, after a month I lowered the dose to two a day. A fantastic herb, I felt happy, I could sleep, no water retention or cravings, weight loss - just make sure you buy a good brand and do what it says on the label. I personally tried the FSC brand. Good luck!
Answered by unknown - Mon Nov 30 17:07:18 2009
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