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Great question — and one worth taking seriously! Certain herbal teas can interact with depression medications in ways that may be harmful.

Here are some key ones to be aware of:

- St. John's Wort tea — This is a big one. It can interfere with many antidepressants, including SSRIs, and may increase the risk of serotonin Show Full Answer

Great question — and one worth taking seriously! Certain herbal teas can interact with depression medications in ways that may be harmful.

Here are some key ones to be aware of:

- St. John's Wort tea — This is a big one. It can interfere with many antidepressants, including SSRIs, and may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (too much serotonin in the brain), which can be dangerous
- Tryptophan-containing supplements or teas — These can also raise serotonin levels and may interact with antidepressants like Celexa (citalopram) or Remeron (mirtazapine)
- Green tea / caffeinated teas — Caffeine can affect how some medications are absorbed or processed in the body

St. John's Wort is probably the most important to avoid, as it's widely known to interfere with many depression medications.

Always let a doctor or pharmacist know about any herbal teas or supplements being taken alongside depression medication — even "natural" options can have real effects on how medications work.

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