chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla, Anthemis nobilis)

General

Complementary/Alternative Medicine: This monograph describes a natural or herbal product that is not subject to FDA guidelines for medicines. Patients and clinicians are advised to read package labels carefully to ensure safe and efficacious use.

Pronunciation:
kam-o-meal

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Trade Name(s)

  • German, Hungarian, or common chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla, Matricaria recutita)
  • Roman, English, or common chamomile (Anthemis nobilis)

Ther. Class.

gastrointestinal anti-inflammatories

sedative/hypnotics

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