St John's Wort in the Treatment of Major Depression Disorder

St John's wort as treatment for depression.

Study shows St. John's wort ineffective for major depression.

An extract of the herb St. John’s wort was no more effective for treating major depression of moderate severity than placebo, according to research published in the April 10 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. The randomized, double-blind trial compared the use of a standardized extract of St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) to a placebo for treating major depression of...

St. John's Wort for Major Depressive Disorder: A Systematic Review.

RAND researchers conducted a systematic review that synthesized evidence from randomized controlled trials of St. John's wort (SJW)-used adjunctively or as monotherapy-to provide estimates of its efficacy and safety in treating adults with major depressive disorder. Outcomes of interest included changes in depressive symptomatology, quality of life, and adverse effects. Efficacy meta-analyses u...

St John's wort and depression.

St. John's wort is a plant with yellow flowers that has been used for centuries for health purposes, such as for depression and anxiety. This fact sheet answers some frequently asked questions about St. John's wort and depression, and summarizes what the science says about its effectiveness and the research being done. • Studies suggest that St. John's wort is of minimal benefit in treating maj...

St. John's Wort and Depression

St. John's Wort scientifically known as Hypericum Perforatum, an herbal remedy generally used to treat depression, is making a rise throughout Europe and the United States. St. John's Wort is a perennial plant that produces abundant yellow flowers and grows naturally throughout much of the world, including specifically in northern California, southern Oregon, and Colorado. It usually flowers on...