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Effect and worth knowing

by Claudia Enders
10/22/2021, 5:06 p.m.

Effect and application of St. John’s wort

St. John’s wort (also known as red oil) has a mood-enhancing effect when taken orally, Applied as an oil anti-inflammatory. In order for it to work properly, it must be administered in high doses. In medicine, only the so-called St. John’s wort, in Latin Hypericum perforatum, is used.

Corresponding St. John’s wort preparations are available in different dosage forms depending on the area of ​​application, for example as capsules, coated tablets, tablets, tea preparations, juice, oil (red oil) or drops in the pharmacy. In any case, standardized means from the pharmacy should be used, because this is the only way to ensure the correct dosage. Over-the-counter preparations from supermarkets are often dosed too low. The oil for the treatment of the skin can be made by yourself.

St. John’s wort can be used in these cases:

The application and dosage should be discussed in advance with the: m doctor: in or pharmacist: in!

Help with depression

The antidepressant and calming effect of St. John’s wort can probably be attributed to the ingredients hyperforin and hypericin, which occur mainly in the flowers of the medicinal plant. The mechanism behind this is not yet fully understood. However, it is assumed that they regulate the availability of the messenger substances norepinephrine, melatonin and dopamine in the human body.

The intake and application of the medicinal plant

St. John’s wort is only recommended for mild to moderate depression and treatment should always be carried out under medical supervision. The natural remedy only works after prolonged use, therefore, a doctor must weigh up whether it is an option for therapy. In the case of severe or even chronic depression, the administration of St. John’s wort is not sufficient.

St. John’s wort: effect on the skin

St. John’s wort oil has an anti-inflammatory effect. Therefore, it can be used on minor wounds, burns and injuries. It can also be used on dry and flaky skin. The positive effects on neurodermatitis have also been proven in some studies.

What are the side effects of St. John’s Wort?

These side effects can occur from the use of locust oil:

Interactions of St. John’s Wort

St. John’s wort can affect and reduce the way other medicines work, which is why Take particular care when taking the following agents at the same time must apply:

In any case, you should consult the: m doctor: in!

Who is not allowed to use the medicinal plant?

The following people should refrain from taking it:

Other drugs in combination with St. John’s wort

In addition, St. John’s wort must not be used under any circumstances when taking these agents at the same time:

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sources

S3 guideline Unipolar depression, Long version, 2nd edition

Birkholz, AM: Das Johanniskraut, Böhme, 1781 (digitized edition of the University and State Library Düsseldorf)

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