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Research Notes on St. John's Wort Uses
St. John's wort has been used to treat a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, and insomnia.1 Research has shown that using St. John's wort for the treatment of mild depression has been effective for some people.2 St. John's wort is even prescribed by mental health professionals in some countries to treat the symptoms of depression.2
Fast Facts:
- St. John's wort has been used to treat skin inflammation, skin wounds, and burns.1
- St. John's wort has not been proven to be effective in treating major depression.2
- Hemorrhoids and fluid retention have also been treated with St. John's wort.1
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Cerner Multum (via Drugs.com): St. John's Wort
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Wikipedia: St John's Wort: Medical Use
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- Last update: Oct. 15, 2009
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- Contributor: Kenyotta Elijah
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- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
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- Last update: Apr. 23, 2009
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