Pseudohypericin
SJW constituent
What it isSt John’s wort naphthodianthrone related to hypericin.
Why this oneIt contributes to the photosensitising property of the herb.
What limits itNot the constituent responsible for the CYP3A4 induction — that is hyperforin.
Used for
- St John's wort constituent (not approved)
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Principal riskIt is not the constituent responsible for the CYP3A4 induction — that is hyperforin
Classes and tags
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Self-check
- Pseudo- hypericin: Which herbal adverse effect does it contribute to?
Photosensitivity. - Pseudo- hypericin: Which constituent instead causes CYP3A4 induction?
Hyperforin.