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chamomile
Uses:
1) sedative
2) antispasmodic
3) antiseptic
4) flatulence
5) nervous diarrhea
6) menstrual cramps
Dosage:
1) 2-8 g of dried powder TID
2) 1 cup of chamomile tea TID
Adverse effects:
-> allergic reactions possible in patients allergic to:
1) ragweed
2) chrysanthemums
Drug interactions:
1) sedatives
2) anticoagulants
3) benzodiazepines
Mechanism of action:
Mild sedative effect.
General
pharmaceutical herb; medicinal herb; herbal supplement; botanical
References
- Prescriber's Letter 7(8):46 2000
- Kaiser Permanente, Northern California, Pharmacy update