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Chamomile

Alexey Kryvenko, medical expert
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025

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The chamomile flower is dried and drunk as a tea or used topically as an extract.

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The claimed effect of chamomile

Chamomile tea is said to reduce inflammation and fever, is a mild sedative, relieves stomach cramps and helps with upset stomach, and helps heal stomach ulcers. Chamomile extract applied to any part of the body as a compress is said to soothe irritated skin.

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Adverse effects of chamomile

Chamomile is generally safe. It may interact with alcohol and sedatives (such as barbiturates). Some people are allergic to the pollen in chamomile preparations.

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To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Chamomile" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.

Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.