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Roman chamomile

Roman chamomile, also known as feverfew, feverfew and false chamomile, is a species of plant in the cornflower family whose flowers are used to make medicine. Roman chamomile is used for a range of digestive disorders including stomach upsets, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and bloating due to mental stress. Women use Roman chamomile for morning sickness and painful menstrual periods. It is also used for pain and swelling of the nasal and oral mucous membranes, sinus pain and rheumatic joint problems.

Roman chamomile is applied directly to the skin for swelling and pain. It is also used as a germicide in ointments, creams and gels used to treat sore nipples, inflamed gums and irritated skin. In addition, Roman chamomile is applied to the skin for wounds, burns, eczema, frostbite, diaper rash, bedsores and hemorrhoids. Roman chamomile is sometimes mixed with other medicinal herbs and taken orally for liver and gallbladder disorders, gallstones, fatty liver, chronic heartburn, loss of appetite, indigestion, Roemheld syndrome, stomach upsets in young children and certain types of constipation. It is also taken as a "blood purifier" and general female tonic, as well as to prevent menstrual cramps and irregular periods.

Some people use Roman chamomile as part of an inhalation solution for sinusitis, hay fever, sore throats, ear infections and as a pain reliever. The essential oil and extracts of Roman chamomile are used as flavorings in foods and drinks. The volatile oil of Roman chamomile is used as a fragrance in the manufacture of soap, cosmetics and perfume, as well as a flavoring agent in flavored cigarettes. The extract is also used in the manufacture of cosmetics and soap. Roman chamomile teas are used as a hair tonic and conditioner, as well as to treat parasitic worm infections. Unfortunately, not all feverfew products available on the market are worth the money. Some products in tablet form contain little or no feverfew at all. Roman chamomile should not be confused with so-called true chamomile.

How effective is Roman chamomile?

Feverfew may be effective in preventing migraine headaches. There is evidence that taking feverfew orally can reduce the frequency of migraine attacks, as well as the symptoms associated with a migraine attack such as pain, nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light and noise. Feverfew appears to be more effective for people with frequent migraine attacks. However, there are also studies that have concluded that feverfew does not help with migraines. The difference in these test results could be due to the different feverfew products tested. In Canada, feverfew products containing at least 0.2% of the active ingredient parthenolide may be officially advertised as being able to be used to prevent migraine attacks.

However, there is not enough scientific data to determine the effectiveness of Roman chamomile for stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, painful periods, sore throat, sinusitis, eczema, injuries, sore nipples, sore gums, liver and gallbladder problems, frostbite, diaper rash or hemorrhoids. Further scientific research is required for this.

How does Roman chamomile work?

Roman chamomile contains chemicals that can help to reduce flatulence and relax the muscles, as well as having a calming effect. Depending on the dosage, Roman chamomile can either relieve or induce nausea. The leaves of the feverfew also contain many different chemicals, including parthenolide. Parthenolide or other chemicals reduce factors in the body that can cause migraine headaches.

Are there any safety concerns?

Romanchamomile appears to be safe and harmless for most people when taken orally as a medicine or in food when used for a period of up to four months. In large quantities, Roman chamomile can cause vomiting. In addition, Roman chamomile can cause allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to broomrape, marigold, daisy and related plants. Possible side effects include stomach problems, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, flatulence, nausea and vomiting. Furthermore, side effects such as nervousness, dizziness, headaches, sleep problems, stiff joints, fatigue. Changes in menstruation, skin rash, palpitations and weight gain have also been reported.

The safety of feverfew over a period longer than 4 months has not yet been investigated. Some people chew feverfew instead of taking it in tablet form. Chewing fresh feverfew leaves can cause mouth sores, swelling of the tongue and lips, and loss of the sense of taste. Roman chamomile essential oil appears to be safe when inhaled or applied to the skin.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Roman chamomile is probably not safe and harmless when taken orally in medicinal doses during pregnancy. It is believed that Roman chamomile can cause miscarriages. Not enough is known about the safety of chamomile applied to the skin during pregnancy. For this reason, pregnant women should avoid Roman chamomile. Since not enough is known about the safety of Roman chamomile during breastfeeding, breastfeeding women should avoid Roman chamomile to be on the safe side.

Allergies to broomrape and related plants: Roman chamomile can cause allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this plant family include broomweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds and daisies. If you suffer from allergies, you should consult your doctor before taking Roman chamomile. Operations: Feverfew may slow down blood clotting, which could result in bleeding during and after surgery. For this reason, you should stop taking feverfew at least 2 weeks before an operation. Interactions with medication:

Care should be taken when combining feverfew with the following medications: Medications that are broken down by the liver (cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) substrates, cytochrome P450 2C19 (CYP2C19) substrates, cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) substrates, cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrates).

Some drugs are broken down by the liver. Feverfew can affect the rate at which the liver breaks down certain drugs. Taking feverfew in combination with medications that are broken down by the liver can increase the effects and side effects of some medications. For this reason, you should consult your doctor before taking feverfew if you are taking medication that is broken down by the liver. Feverfew could slow down blood clotting. Taking feverfew in conjunction with medication that slows down blood clotting could increase the risk of bleeding and the tendency to bruise. Before using Roman chamomile, you should consult your doctor if you are taking medication.

Using feverfew in conjunction with medicinal herbs or supplements that may themselves slow blood clotting could increase the risk of bleeding and the tendency to bruise. Some of these medicinal herbs are angelica, cloves, garlic, ginger, ginkgo, horse chestnut, panax ginseng, red clover, tumeric and others. There are no known interactions with food.

Dosage

Appropriate dosages of Roman chamomile depend on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to determine appropriate dosage ranges for Roman chamomile for various conditions. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.

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