St. John's Wort

The herb St. John's Wort is believed to be helpful in relieving mild to moderate depression, but should only be taken under a physician's supervision. St. John's Wort may clash with other medications or foods a patient is taking, and the efficacy of the supplement is not regulated or assured.
Review Date: 01/20/2009
Reviewed By: Paul Ballas, DO, Department of Psychiatry, Thomas Jefferson
Uniersity Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed
Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical
Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.














