Posted by linkadge on November 3, 2009, at 10:47:00
In reply to Re: You Must Use Caution With St. Johns Wort » TenMan, posted by bulldog2 on November 3, 2009, at 10:09:46
If it was that unsafe, it would be pulled. Keep in mind, SJW is a very popular herb. Who knows what the exact incidence of side effects are.
The FDA pulled kava kava over comparitivly few reports of liver problems. If SJW was a real risk it would be pulled.
Many SJW products also warn of possible interactions with other medications. This is true for many drugs and herbs.
Grapefruit juice can significantly alter blood levels of many medications. You don't need a prescription for grapfruit juice.
I think the main issue is that anybody who is taking a prescription medicine should check with a doctor before taking a herb. Thats just common sense though that has been advised time and again.
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