Arkopharma, St. John, Food Supplement - 42 Capsules

Product Name

• Arkopharma, St. John's Wort, Helps In Sleep & Stress - 42 Capsules

Scientific Name

• St. John's Wort Extract Capsules

Category Of Arkopharma, St. John’s Wort Capsules

• Vitamins & Food Supplement

Mechanism Of Action Of St. John's Wort Extract

• An effective light herb used to reduce symptoms of anxiety, stress, and lack of sleep.
• It helps to improve the quality of life for patients with mood disorders.

Indications Of Arkopharma, St. John’s Wort Capsules

• It helps reduce anxiety, stress, and depression.
• It helps sleep and reduces episodes of restlessness.
• Contains the substances hypericin and hyperforin, and these substances work by increasing dopamine and serotonin in the brain.
• Jamieson St. John's Wort is very safe if used according to the prescribed dosages.
• Depression overview:

1. Depression is classified as a mood disorder and can be described as a feeling of sadness, loss of meaning, and anger, which affects the individual's daily activities.
2. People are affected by depression to varying degrees and it may affect productivity and relationships, and it is considered a chronic medical condition.

• Symptoms of depression:

1. Anger, aggressiveness, anxiety, tension, hyperactivity.
2. Loss of meaning and hope.
3. Loss of interest in things, loss of enjoyment of activities that were enjoyable, feeling tired easily, thoughts of suicide, and a tendency to activities that could be dangerous to life.
4. Loss of sexual desire.
5. Difficulty focusing, difficulty focusing on and accomplishing a task, slow response during conversation.
6. Sleep disturbances such as lack of sleep or prolonged sleep.
7. Fatigue, headache, pain, and digestive problems.

• If you feel these symptoms for more than two weeks, you should consult a doctor.

Method Of Administration Of Arkopharma, St. John’s Wort Capsules

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Consult a doctor if you plan to use Jamieson St. John's Wort for more than 18 weeks.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Arkopharma, St. John’s Wort Capsules

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Allergic reactions
2. Heartburn, diarrhea, nausea, dyspepsia, or constipation
3. Headache.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Arkopharma, St. John’s Wort Capsules

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Advice To Improve Sleep Quality & Reduce Insomnia

• Stick to a sleep schedule. Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning, including on the weekends
• Ensure you get enough sleep, most adults require from 6 – 8 hours, so avoid sleeping more than 8 hours
• Keep your room cool, dark, and quiet. Remove electronic devices, such as TVs, computers, and smartphones, from the bedroom. Use sleeping mask or snore mask for comfortable sleep.
• Avoid heavy or large meals and caffeine within a couple of hours of bedtime. The effects of caffeine can last for several hours, perhaps up to 24 hours, so the chances of it affecting sleep are significant.
• Reduce naps as possible and focus on sleeping at night

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Arkopharma, St. John’s Wort Capsules

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

1. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
2. If you have or have had a peptic ulcer
3. If you suffer from hepatic disease
4. If you suffer from renal impairment
5. If you suffer from any cardiac disease
6. If you suffer from bronchial asthma
7. If you suffer from diabetes

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Arkopharma, St. John’s Wort Capsules

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About St. John's Wort Extract

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About St. John's Wort Extract
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About St. John's Wort Extract
• Visit Drugbank.com at Information About St. John's Wort Extract