St. John's Wort
贯叶连翘 (Guàn Yè Lián Qiáo) · Hypericum perforatum
The most studied herb for mild-moderate depression — comparable to SSRIs in multiple meta-analyses. Contains hypericin and hyperforin. Significant drug interactions limit use.
효능
주요 효과
May help the body adapt to stress
Traditionally used to calm the spirit and ease tension
복용 방법
안전성 및 상호작용
가능한 부작용
- Digestive discomfort at higher doses
- May cause drowsiness or stimulation depending on the herb
- Allergic reactions possible in sensitive individuals
사용 금지 대상
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
- Children under 12 without professional guidance
- Scheduled surgery (stop 2 weeks before)
약물 상호작용
- May interact with prescription medications
- May affect blood sugar or blood pressure medications
- Consult pharmacist before combining with other supplements
전통적 사용
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, 贯叶连翘 (Guàn Yè Lián Qiáo) has been used for centuries. It is traditionally used to calm the spirit (shen) and settle the heart-mind.
현대 연구
This herb has extensive scientific backing with hundreds of published studies. Multiple clinical trials support its traditional uses, and active compounds have been well-characterized. It represents one of the more evidence-based options in the herbal pharmacopoeia.
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