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Is st john's wort safe to take if i have lupus? good starting dose? already have ibs. might it cause gi side effects?

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What for?: What do you expect the St John's wort to treat? In any case you should discuss it with your doctor as this herbal medication may interact with any other medication you may be taking.

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 1/20/2017

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