Roman Chamomile
Feb 16, 2025
Roman Chamomile
Gen:
Chamomile is one of the most popular herbs in the Western world. There are two plants known as chamomile: the more popular German chamomile and English chamomile. Both are used to calm frayed nerves, to treat stomach problems, to relieve muscle spasms, and to treat skin conditions and mild infections.
Mechanism of Action:
Roman chamomile has the characteristics of multi-target and multi-pathway in the treatment of anxiety disorder. Its possible mechanism is to intervene anxiety disorder in the process of disease development, such as neuroactive ligand-receptor interaction, serotonin synapse, and cAMP signaling pathway.
Dosage:
For adults drinking tea, pour 1 cup of boiling water over 2-3 heaping tsp (2-4 g) of dried herb, steep 10-15 min. Drink 3-4 times per day between meals.
Precautions:
Roman chamomile is considered generally safe, however has some precautions to keep in mind. Chamomile may make asthma worse, so people with asthma should not take it. Pregnant women should avoid chamomile because of the risk of miscarriage.
If you are allergic to asters, daisies, chrysanthemums, or ragweed, you may also be allergic to chamomile. Drinking a lot of highly concentrated chamomile tea may cause vomiting.
Chamomile may cause drowsiness, so please do not take it while operating machinery or driving. Stop taking chamomile at least 2 weeks before surgery or dental work because of the risk of bleeding.
Interactions:
Please do not use chamomile without taking to your healthcare provider if you are also taking blood-thinning medications, sedatives, blood pressure medications, diabetes medications, birth control pills, certain antifungal drugs, or drugs that lower cholesterol.
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