Functional dyspepsia can be applied St. John’s wort extract if it is combined with depression, anxiety, irritability, etc. If there is no mood abnormality it is not recommended to take the drug.
1. Functional dyspepsia if combined with mood abnormalities: St. John’s wort extract is suitable for depression, anxiety, irritability and other conditions. These mood changes are important triggers for functional dyspepsia, and digestive symptoms can be effectively relieved by improving mood.
2. Functional dyspepsia without emotional abnormalities: Functional dyspepsia, in addition to emotional triggers, and diet, life, exercise, medication, autoimmune, infections and other factors are also related. This situation is not suitable for the application of St. John’s wort extract.
St. John’s wort extract should be avoided in pregnant and lactating women, and is contraindicated in children under 12 years of age and in patients with photosensitive skin. Adverse reactions include gastrointestinal discomfort and skin irritation.
For functional dyspepsia whether to use St. John’s wort extract, it is recommended to consult a doctor.