st john’s wort
natural alternative ST JOHN’S WORT 2000MG
30 tablets
St John’s Wort (hypericum perforatum) has been traditionally used for wounds and burns. It is also beneficial for conditions such as anxiety, nervous tension, stress and irritability. The active contituent of St John’s Wort, hypericin, has been proven to be effective in the treatment of mild to moderate depression.
Each tablet contains: St John’s Wort 2000mg
(Standardised extract providing hypericin 1.2mg)
This product contains tableting aids and coating colour.
Suggested Use: Adults: Take 1 tablet three times daily with food, or as professionally recommended.
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Cautions: Avoid taking if pregnant or lactating. Not suitable for children. Seek professional health advice if taking medication (ie. antidepressants) or suffering a medical condition (ie. liver damage, bipolar disorder) before supplementing. In rare cases, this herb may cause photosensitivity and adverse reactions.