A client reports taking St. John's wort for depression. The client states, "I'm taking the recommended dose, but it seems like if two capsules are good, four would be better!" Which is an appropriate nursing reply?

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Increasing the amount of herbal preparations can lead to overdose and toxicity. It is important to educate the client that just because a substance is natural or an herbal remedy, it does not mean that it is free from potential harm. In fact, many herbal remedies can interact with prescription medications and may cause adverse reactions or toxicity if taken in excess.

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