HerbsRx
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Chamomile

German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) flowers contain the flavonoid apigenin and volatile bisabolol. Apigenin binds to benzodiazepine GABA-A receptors in the brain to produce a gentle sedative and anxiolytic effect, while bisabolol relaxes gastrointestinal smooth muscle.

What Chamomile is used for

  • Insomnia
  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach Cramps
  • Colic (infant)
  • Eczema
  • Oral Ulcers
  • Premenstrual Tension

Pharmaceuticals Chamomile is studied as a natural alternative to

  • Ambien (mild supportive)
  • Xanax (mild supportive)
  • Benadryl
  • Gas-X
  • Hydrocortisone (topical)

Educational information only — never stop or change a prescribed medication without talking to your prescriber first.

Safety and warnings

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Cross-reactivity may occur in individuals severely allergic to Asteraceae/daisy family plants (ragweed, marigolds). May potentiate sedative medications and alcohol.

Evidence level: Strong

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