⚠️ Important Drug Interaction Warning: St John's Wort is known to interact with a wide range of prescription medications including antidepressants, blood thinners (warfarin), oral contraceptives, antivirals, cyclosporin, digoxin and many others. If you are taking any prescription medication, always consult your GP before use. This warning applies regardless of dose or format.
📋 Food Supplement: St John's Wort tablets are food supplements — not medicines and not licensed medicinal products. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or medical condition. Supplied as a traditional herbal preparation only. Published April 2025.
🌿 What Is St John's Wort?
St John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a flowering plant native to Europe and parts of Asia. It has been used in traditional European herbal practice for centuries and remains one of the most widely purchased traditional herbal preparations in the UK market today.
In the UK, St John's Wort is sold as a food supplement — not a licensed medicine. It must not be marketed as a treatment for any medical condition. The plant's aerial parts contain naturally occurring compounds including hypericin and hyperforin, which are the constituents most frequently analysed in academic botanical research.
🔬 Key Facts — St John's Wort as a Food Supplement
- Botanical name: Hypericum perforatum
- Plant part used: aerial parts (flowers, leaves, stems)
- Key natural constituents: hypericin, hyperforin, flavonoids
- UK regulatory status: food supplement — not a licensed medicine
- No authorised EU/UK health claims exist for St John's Wort as a food supplement
- Traditional herbal preparation — long established in European herbal practice
- Significant drug interaction potential — consult GP before use if on any prescription medication
⚖️ Why Strength Matters — 1000mg vs Lower Dose Products
The UK market contains a wide range of St John's Wort products at very different declared strengths. Knowing what the mg figure actually means is essential when comparing products.
| Factor | Charge Products 1000mg ← This | Lower Dose Products (e.g. 425mg) |
|---|---|---|
| Declared strength | 1000mg per tablet ✅ | 425mg per tablet |
| Tablets per day for equivalent | 1 tablet ✅ | 2–3 tablets |
| Strength transparency | Clearly declared ✅ | Varies by product |
| Supplier type | UK specialist supplement supplier ✅ | High-street retail chain |
| Verified marketplace sales | ✅ One of eBay UK's top St John's Wort sellers | High-street retail — not eBay verified |
| UK dispatch | ✅ Same-day before 3:30pm Mon–Fri | Varies |
🔬 St John's Wort — Academic Research Context
St John's Wort is one of the most extensively studied botanical ingredients in European herbal research. Peer-reviewed academic literature has examined the phytochemical profile of Hypericum perforatum, bioavailability of its key natural constituents, and differences between extract formats and concentrations.
These are the published academic references relevant to understanding St John's Wort as a botanical ingredient — provided for educational context only, not as health claims:
- NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health — Hypericum perforatum monograph
- Russo E, et al. "Hypericum perforatum: pharmacokinetic, mechanism of action, tolerability, and clinical drug–drug interactions." Phytotherapy Research, 2014. PubMed
- Linde K, et al. "St John's Wort for major depression." Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2008. PubMed
Provided for educational context only. These references do not constitute health claims. St John's Wort is a food supplement — not a medicine.
🌿 St John's Wort 1000mg Tablets — Charge Products UK
1000mg Per Tablet · Traditional Herbal · UK Supplier Since 2016
149,000+ verified sales · 5 Star Food Hygiene · same-day UK dispatch · food supplement — not a medicine
View on Shopify → View on eBay →💊 Full Specification — St John's Wort 1000mg Tablets
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Hypericum perforatum |
| Declared strength | 1000mg per tablet |
| Format | Tablet |
| Suitable for | Vegetarians · check label for vegan suitability |
| Health claims | No authorised EU/UK health claims for St John's Wort |
| Classification | Food supplement — traditional herbal preparation — not a medicine |
| Drug interactions | ⚠️ Known interactions — consult GP before use if on any prescription medication |
| UK dispatch | 🇬🇧 UK stock — same-day before 3:30pm Mon–Fri |
🏆 Why Charge Products for St John's Wort UK
🛒 One of eBay UK's Top St John's Wort Sellers
Independently verifiable sales ranking. Not a marketing claim — publicly visible eBay sales data across verified buyer transactions.
⭐ 5 Star Food Hygiene Rating
Independently awarded by UK local authority. Relevant to supplement storage, handling and dispatch — not a self-administered quality badge.
🇬🇧 UK Supplier Since 2016
149,000+ verified marketplace sales. 10+ years established. Same-day dispatch from UK-held stock before 3:30pm Mon–Fri.
💊 1000mg — Clearly Declared
Strength clearly stated on label. 1000mg per tablet. No ambiguous blend weights or misleading formulation language.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is St John's Wort a medicine?
No — St John's Wort tablets are food supplements in the UK, not licensed medicines. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or medical condition. Supplied as a traditional herbal preparation only.
Does St John's Wort interact with medications?
Yes — St John's Wort is known to interact with a wide range of prescription medications including antidepressants, warfarin, oral contraceptives, antivirals and many others. Always consult your GP before use if taking any prescription medication. This is a serious and well-documented interaction risk.
Why is 1000mg better than 425mg?
Higher declared strength means clearer intake transparency and fewer tablets per day. 1000mg per tablet vs 425mg means one tablet vs two or more for an equivalent declared amount. Suitability depends on individual preference and is not a medical recommendation.
Where are Charge Products supplements dispatched from?
All products are dispatched from UK-held stock. Same-day dispatch available on orders placed before 3:30pm Monday to Friday.
Can I buy St John's Wort on eBay from Charge Products?
Yes — available via the official Charge Products eBay store as well as direct on this website. Same UK-held stock, same-day dispatch.
Is St John's Wort suitable for everyone?
No — St John's Wort is not suitable for people taking prescription medications without GP approval due to the significant drug interaction risk. It is also not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Always consult a healthcare professional before use.
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Disclaimer: St John's Wort 1000mg Tablets are food supplements — not licensed medicines and not medicinal products. Supplied as a traditional herbal preparation. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or medical condition. No authorised EU/UK health claims exist for St John's Wort as a food supplement. St John's Wort is known to interact with many prescription medications — always consult your GP before use if taking any prescription medication. Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical supervision. Always follow label instructions. Not suitable for under 18s. Store below 25°C. Keep out of reach of children. Published April 2025.
