Hypericum

Description

Hypericum of Neo is a shrub plant of European origin in the hypericaceae family, the most abundant species in this family. Its name comes from the property that was attributed to this herb to make evil spirits and apparitions flee. Flowers used to be hung over religious icons on St. John's Day. The active part of this shrub are the flowering tops, which contain naphthodiantrones, mainly hypericin, pseudohypericin ie isohypericin, the former being the most active, and from which it is standardized. It also contains flavonoids, bisflavones, derivatives of caffeic acid, proanthocyanidols, phytosterols, hyperforin and coumarins, among others.

Properties and benefits of Hypericum

Traditionally, hypericum has been used to improve: Symptoms associated with psychosomatic disturbances. Moderate and mild depressive disorders, anxiety and nervous fatigue. Externally it is also used as a healing agent, for the treatment of wounds, skin ulcerations, burns and eczema. It attacks anxiety, depression, night terrors and neurovegetative disorders of the climacteric.

How to take Hypericum?

Precautions

The preparations based on hypericum should not be used simultaneously with medications without medical supervision, since this herb modifies various enzymes that metabolize medications. It can cause photosensitivity in sensitive people. In these cases it is recommended not to expose yourself directly to the sun. Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this plant. Pregnancy and lactation: It is recommended not to administer.

Composition of Hypericum

For 1 capsule:

Dry extract of flowering tops of Hypericum (200 mg), Xylitol, Talc, Gum Lacquer, Mannitol, Hypericum, Vegetable wrap.