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St. John’s Wort‫نبخت سانج جون‬
 Ease mild to moderate depression
 But causes photosensitivity
 DO nOT use in major depression
 DO nOT use with other antidepressants
Special precaution with pregnant or lactating women and children – should not use without
physician‘s knowledge

Rationale:
 Unpredictable biologic effects
 Possible allergies
 Side effects
 Herbs have chemical composition
 Little or no regulation of production/ quality
 Possible herb/drug or herb/herb interaction
 Possible delay of treatment is dangerous

Licorice ‫العرقسوش‬:
It is known for its powerful expectorant properties and as such aids the respiratory
system. It also is similar to cortisone and helps the body cope with stress.

Peppermint:‫ النعناع‬holds the ability to calm nerves and also the stomach.
Purple willow: ‫ الصفصاف الأرجواني‬is useful for alleviating fever along with headaches and
general aches and pains.

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