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Is st. johns wart affective in treating anxiety? will it affect the meds im on (plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) and atenolol)
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Not really: It is at best a weak antidepressant
Answered 9/14/2013
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See below: If you have lupus as the reason for taking plaquenil, (hydroxychloroquine) st. John's wart has been associated with triggering lupus flares.
Answered 10/3/2013
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