3 How to take Hyperidrine

If you take too much:

If you take more than the recommended dose, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or qualified healthcare practitioner and take this leaflet with you. Taking too much is unlikely to be harmful.

If you forget to take this product:

Do not worry about the missed dose. Continue to take the next capsule at the usual time.

If you are unsure about anything relating to Hyperidrine:

If you have any questions, or are unsure about anything, please ask your doctor, pharmacist or qualified healthcare practitioner.

If symptoms persist or worsen:

Consult your doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 6 weeks or if side effects become serious or if any side effects not mentioned in the leaflet occur (see section 4).

4 Side effects

Like all medicines, this product can have side effects.

The following side effects have been reported:

-    gastrointestinal disorders such as indigestion, loss of appetite, nausea,diarrhoea, constipation.

-    fatigue and restlessness.

-    allergic skin reactions such as rash, hives or itching of the skin. If you experience allergic skin reactions, stop taking the product and consult your doctor.

Also sunburn-like reactions on skin exposed to strong ultra-violet (UV) irradiation e.g. solarium have been reported, particularly in fair skinned individuals. Other side effects that have been reported include headaches, nerve pain or tingling, anxiety, dizziness and mania.

If any of the above side effects become serious or if other side effects not mentioned occur, a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted.

5 How to store this product

Do not use the capsules after the expiry date

The expiry date is printed on the bottle label and carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Return any unused capsules to your pharmacist who will dispose of them for you.

Store below 25°C in the original package.

Keep all medicines out of reach and sight of children.

6 Further Information

Each hard capsule of Hyperidrine contains the following active herbal ingredient:

300mg of St John’s Wort aerial parts (Hypericum perforatum L.)

The capsule shell is made from hypromellose. The capsules are hard, clear, oblong and contain a pale brownish/yellow powder.

Each bottle of Hyperidrine contains either 60 or 120 capsules.

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This leaflet was revised in January 2016.

ST JOHN’S WORT FLOWERING TOPS 300mg

1	What is in this leaflet What Hyperidrine is and what it is used for	Page 2
2	Before you take Hyperidrine	Page 2
3	How to take Hyperidrine	Page 6
4	Side effects	Page 7
5	How to store this product	Page 7
6	Further Information	Page 8

1    What Hyperidrine is and what it is used for

Hyperidrine is a traditional herbal medicine containing St. John’s Wort Flowering Tops (also known as aerial parts). Hyperidrine is a traditional herbal medicinal product used to relieve the symptoms of slightly low mood and mild anxiety, based on traditional use only.

2    Before you take Hyperidrine Do not take if:

-    you are suffering from depression (see below).

-    your skin is exceptionally sensitive to sunlight (photosensitive).

-    you are having light treatment (phototherapy) for any condition.

-    you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

-    you are under 18 years of age.

-    You are allergic to any of the ingredients (see section 6 for list of ingredients).

Could you be suffering from depression?

Symptoms of depression include feelings of helplessness and hopelessness, loss of interest in daily activities, changes in appetite or weight, changes in sleeping patterns or habits, loss of energy and difficulty in concentrating. If your doctor has told you that you are suffering from depression do not use this product.

If you think you may be suffering from depression, tell your doctor before taking this product.

Taking St. John’s Wort with other medicines.

St John’s Wort can affect the way some medicines work and reduce their effectiveness. Medicines that can be affected by St. John’s Wort include prescription medicines and those that you may have bought yourself without a prescription.

Please read this section carefully as you should not take St. John’s Wort with some of these medicines and for certain others you should check with your doctor first.