SAFE
Chamomile Flower Extract
Matricaria chamomilla standardised
Likely Safe
V1 Verified
Herbs & Botanicals
PubMed Studies
2,200
About
Standardised chamomile extract (apigenin) for anxiety, insomnia, GI spasm, and wound healing. Commission E approved for GI symptoms.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Contains bioactive phytochemicals (alkaloids, terpenoids, polyphenols, or glycosides) modulating cellular signalling pathways. Primary mechanisms include enzyme inhibition, receptor modulation, and transcription factor activation relevant to documented clinical indications.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Allergy to Asteraceae. Pregnancy: avoid high doses. Anticoagulant interaction at high doses. Warfarin case reports.
🏷️ Other Names
Matricaria chamomilla standardised