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The antidepressant mechanism of Hypericum perforatum

Mennini, T. and Gobbi, M. · Life Sciences · 2004

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Abstract

This review discusses the antidepressant mechanism of Hypericum perforatum, identifying hyperforin as the main active principle acting via inhibition of synaptic neurotransmitter re-uptake.

Referenced for these plants

Perforate St John’s-wortSt John's wortcommon St John's wortperforate St John's wortHypericum perforatum

How to cite

Mennini, T. and Gobbi, M (2004) 'The antidepressant mechanism of Hypericum perforatum', Life Sciences, 75(9), pp. 1021-1027. doi:10.1016/j.lfs.2004.04.005

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