Golden Comfort: St. John's Wort Tincture

Golden Comfort: St. John's Wort Tincture

Discover Golden Comfort: St. John's Wort Tincture, a traditional herbal extract derived from the vibrant yellow flowers of Hypericum perforatum. Revered for centuries in herbal practices, St. John's Wort is a well-known botanical appreciated for its historical significance and inclusion in traditional preparations.

A Traditional Botanical Preparation:

• Internal Use in Tradition: St. John's Wort has a long history of internal use in traditional herbal practices, where it was valued for its unique characteristics.
• Topical Use in Tradition: Traditionally, St. John's Wort infused oils and tinctures have been applied externally as part of skin care rituals, often included in preparations for conditioning the skin.

Our St. John's Wort Tincture is carefully prepared from the flowering tops of the plant, a classic method for creating herbal extracts.

How to Use Your St. John's Wort Tincture: (Always refer to CRITICAL WARNINGS before use)

• Suggested Internal Use (Adults): As a traditional herbal extract, add [Insert typical dosage here, e.g., 20-30 drops or 1-2 mL] to a small amount of water, 2-3 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
• Suggested Topical Use: Apply a few drops directly to the desired area of clean skin 1-2 times daily, or moisten a clean cloth and apply as a compress. Allow to air dry.

Ingredients: St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) flowering tops, Alcohol, Water.

CRITICAL WARNINGS & Important Considerations:

• Drug Interactions (Internal Use): St. John's Wort is known to interact with many prescription and over-the-counter medications, including but not limited to: antidepressants (SSRIs, MAOIs), birth control pills, blood thinners (e.g., warfarin), cyclosporine, digoxin, HIV medications, cancer medications, and others. DO NOT USE INTERNALLY without first consulting your doctor or pharmacist to ensure it is safe with your current medications. These interactions can be serious and may reduce the effectiveness of other medications or cause adverse effects.
• Photosensitivity: St. John's Wort can increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity), potentially leading to sunburn or skin rashes, especially in fair-skinned individuals. This can occur with both internal and extensive topical use. Avoid excessive sun exposure, tanning beds, and sunlamps while using this product. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
• Consult a Healthcare Professional: Before using this product, especially if you have a medical condition (including depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, or infertility), are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Also consult if symptoms (for which you might have traditionally considered this herb) persist or worsen. This product is not intended to address clinical depression or anxiety disorders.
• External Use Precautions: For topical use, apply to intact skin only. Do not apply to deep wounds, infected skin, or serious burns without prior medical consultation.
• Discontinue Use: If you experience any adverse effects, discontinue use immediately and consult your healthcare provider.
• Surgery: Discontinue use at least 2 weeks before any scheduled surgery due to potential effects on blood pressure and interactions with anesthesia.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information provided is for traditional and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.