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St. John's Wort and Other Herbal Remedies

St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum ) is an herbal remedy that may help some patients with mild-to-moderate depression. It does not appear to help patients with moderate or severe depression.

The herb St. John's wort is believed to be helpful in relieving mild to moderate depression, but should only be taken under a doctor's supervision. Manufacturers of herbal supplements do not need FDA approval to sell the products.

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...people with who fall asleep very late at night or in early morning hours but then they sleep normally.Children. Melatonin may help some children with chronic insomnia. In one small study, or... Read more »

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