A patient is being administered a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor to treat depression. Which of the following herbal supplements is contraindicated?
A) St. John's wort
B) Glucosamine
C) Chondroitin
D) Melatonin
A
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St. John's wort should not be combined with monoamine oxidase inhibitors or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressants.
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