Can i take st johns wort with vitamin b complex?

Question

Can i take st johns wort with vitamin b complex?

Answer 1

Yes, of course you can.

In fact, a Vit. B complex may actually help the ingredients of St. John's Wort work better.

Answer 2

I would be careful taking St. Johns Wort period.  

I tried it a few years back when it was the cool thing to do, and it caused me some awful problems.

Side Effects and Cautions

    * St. John's wort may cause increased sensitivity to sunlight. Other side effects can include anxiety, dry mouth, dizziness, gastrointestinal symptoms, fatigue, headache, or sexual dysfunction.

    * Research shows that St. John's wort interacts with some drugs. The herb affects the way the body processes or breaks down many drugs; in some cases, it may speed or slow a drug's breakdown. Drugs that can be affected include:

          o Antidepressants

          o Birth control pills

          o Cyclosporine, which prevents the body from rejecting transplanted organs

          o Digoxin, which strengthens heart muscle contractions

          o Indinavir and possibly other drugs used to control HIV infection

          o Irinotecan and possibly other drugs used to treat cancer

          o Warfarin and related anticoagulants

    * When combined with certain antidepressants, St. John's wort may increase side effects such as nausea, anxiety, headache, and confusion.

    * St. John's wort is not a proven therapy for depression. If depression is not adequately treated, it can become severe. Anyone who may have depression should see a health care provider. There are effective proven therapies available.

    * Tell your health care providers about any complementary and alternative practices you use. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage your health. This will help ensure coordinated and safe care.