NOW Foods St. John's Wort 300 mg 100 Veg Capsules

Hypericum perforatum herb extract is standardized to at least 0.3% hypericin in this formula. Each capsule contains 300 mg extract, and NOW directs one capsule three times daily, preferably with food.

The label limits use to three capsules daily unless a healthcare professional directs otherwise. Larger amounts may contribute to skin reddening under strong sunlight or tanning beds. St. John's wort interacts with multiple medicine classes, including antidepressants and oral contraceptives. NOW says not to use it with any medication or a medical condition without physician advice, and not during pregnancy or nursing.

Highlights

• 300 mg Hypericum perforatum extract
• At least 0.3% hypericin
• 100 vegetarian capsules

Key ingredients

Per capsule: St. John's wort extract (Hypericum perforatum), 300 mg, at least 0.3% hypericin.

How to use

Take 1 capsule 3 times daily, preferably with food.

Dietary and allergen information

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a facility that also processes ingredients containing these allergens.

Format and serving

Manufacturer serving: 1 Veg Capsule.

Warnings

For adults only. Do not exceed 3 capsules daily, unless directed by a healthcare professional. Larger amounts may contribute to photosensitizing reactions (skin reddening) in the presence of strong sunlight or tanning beds. St. John's wort is known to interact with antidepressants, oral contraceptives, immunosuppressants, anticoagulants, anti-seizure, chemotherapeutic agents, and other prescription and over-the-counter medications. Do not use this product while taking any medication or if you have a medical condition without the advice of your physician. Not for use by pregnant/nursing women. Keep out of reach of children.

Questions and answers

What does NOW say about taking it with medication?

Do not use it while taking any medicine or with a medical condition without a physician's advice; the warning lists several interacting medicine classes.

What is the sunlight-related precaution?

Larger amounts may contribute to photosensitizing reactions, including skin reddening, with strong sunlight or tanning beds.