St John's Wort
Last checked 27/05/2008
St John's Wort is a herbal preparation mainly used to treat mild depression. In recent years it has become a very popular choice for many people. It can easily be bought at chemists and supermarkets.
St John's Wort is known to interact with some prescription medications, including anti-epileptic medication. For this reason, anyone with epilepsy considering taking this preparation should seek advice from their doctor.
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