Antispasmodic chamomile

Matricaria recutita, known as German chamomile, is also purported to have antispasmodic properties. It is taken most often as a tea up to four times a day. Benzodiazepine, alcohol, and warfarin users should be cautioned against taking this product because it can cause drowsiness, and it contains coumarin derivatives.20... 

The dried capitula of Matricaria chamomilla L. (Asteraceae), or German chamomile, have been used as anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic remedies since very early times on account of its contents in bisabolol oxides the activity of which has been experimentally substantiated. The plant is listed in several European pharmacopeias, and is used in the form of tinctures, extracts, lotions, ointments, shampoos, and sunscreen products. 

About 120 chemical constituents have been identified in chamomile as secondary metabolites, including 28 terpenoids, 36 flavonoids and 52 additional compounds [4]. A substantial part of drag effects are determined by the essential oil content. Oil is collected from flower heads, either by steam distillation or solvent extraction, for yields of 0.24-1.90% of fresh or dry plant tissue. Among the essential oil constituents the most active are /-/-a-bisabolol and chamazulene. /-/-a-bisabolol has demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antimicrobial, antiulcer, sedative and CNS activity. Chamazulene is also anti-inflammatory. Topical applications of chamomile preparation have shown benefit in the treatment of eczema, dermatitis and ulceration [5]. 

Chamomile has been used medicinally since the time of ancient Rome for its purported sedative, antispasmodic, and antirheumatic effects. Today, it is used topically to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions involving the mouth, skin, respiratory tract (via inhalation), and gastrointestinal tract. It is also used internally as a gastrointestinal antispasmodic and an anti-inflammatory agent. Chamomile is believed to have sedative, hypnotic, analgesic, and immunostimulant effects. 

Roman chamomile is stated to have carminative, antiemetic, antispasmodic, and sedative properties. It has been used for dyspepsia, nausea and vomiting, anorexia, vomiting during pregnancy, dysmenorrhea, and specifically for flatulent dyspepsia associated with mental stress. 

ANTISPASMODICS Reduce or prevent excessive involuntary muscular contractions.—Black Cohosh, Black Haw, Chamomile, Cowslip, Cramp Bark, Grindelia, Ladies Slipper, Lobelia, Mistletoe, Ox-Eye Daisy, Pulsatilla, Scullcap, Sundew, Valerian... 

Chamomile contains coumarins and may enhance the effect of prescription anticoagulants. The herb is an antispasmodic and slows the motility of the Gl tract. This action might decrease the absorption of dnig.s. Chamomile preparations may be adulterated with chamomile pollen. This may cause allcigy. anaphylaxi.s. and atopic dermatitis. 

Matricaria chamomilla (chamomile) recommended as a carminative, antiinflammatory and antispasmodic ... 

Chamomile tea produced from the flowers of Matricaria, recutita has long been used as an antispasmodic for gastric and menstrual cramps. Studies with guinea-pig ileum have shown that the water-soluble flavonoid fraction and especially apigenin has antispasmodic activity three times that of papaverine. 

Chamomile has been used medicinally since ancient Rome for its purported sedative, antispasmodic, and antirheumatic effects (Anonymous, 1991). 

Synonyms Anthemis nobilis Anthemis nobilis flower Camomile flower Chamomile flower English chamomile flower Roman chamomile flower Definition Flowers from Anthemis nobilis Uses Natural flavoring agent in foods folk medicine (tonic, anodyne, antispasmodic, ague cure)... 

German chamomile or wild chamomile Matricaria recutita) is a member of the Asteraceae plant family and owes its popularity to various properties, which include confirmed anti-inflammatoty, antibacterial and antispasmodic activities. As a consequence, it is used against the common cold, stomach aches and skin inflammations. Despite its widespread use, very few adverse effects have been reported, and only some of these side effects are allergic in nature. So then, why is there so much talk about chamomile and allergies ... 

Most esters are gentle, non-irritant compounds, whose action is mainly sedative and antispasmodic. Examples of these are also found in oils of Roman chamomile, Anthemis nobilis (Asteraceae), clary sage, Salvia sclarea (Lamiaceae), and bergamot. Citrus aurantium (Rutaceae). Less benign esters are found in oils of wintergreen and mustard (see below). 

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