All my herbs are ethically sourced, never heated to dry as this eliminates the medicinal value. My tinctures sit for 8-12 weeks before I strain them. St. John's Wort Herbal Actions: mild antispasmodic, antiviral, mild expectorant, nervine. Safety: Safe during pregnancy, but safety during lactation is unknown. Drug Interactions: Should not be combined with antidepressants, protease inhibitors or other pharmaceutical drugs, because St. Johns Wort can decrease their overall effectiveness. Increases the effect of narcotic sleep aids and decrease the effect of barbiturate sleep aids. Don't use St. John's Wort on those that are schizophrenic or taking antipsychotic meds, this will make them manic. 4-ounce Tincture St. John's Wort is a nervine that is useful for the pain associated with skin disease. It can be used topically or internally. When anxiety and stress are contributing factors St. John's Wort helps. External is great for carpal tunnel, sciatica as a local nerve pain. Also an antibacterial and antiviral properties. Bacteria such as streptococcus and staphylococcus. DO NOT TAKE WHILE PREGNANT OR NURSING Dosage *These statements have not been verified by the FDA and is only referenced here as a fun fact and/or for historical commentary, is not to be used as medical advice in any way. Consult your doctor before ingesting any herbal product. None of these items or statements are approved by FDA. Consult your physician before taking any supplement. Do not take herbs or tinctures during pregnancy without consulting your healthcare provider. This product is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. All information here is for entertainment and educational purposes only.