Introduction:

Roman chamomile is a plant. The flower heads are used to make medicine.  Roman chamomile is used for various digestive disorders including indigestion, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and intestinal gas due to mental stress. Women use it for morning sickness and painful menstrual periods. It is also used for pain and swelling of the lining of the nose and mouth, sinus pain (sinusitis), and joint disorders.

Uses & Effectiveness:

• Indigestion.
• Nausea.
• Vomiting.
• Painful periods.
• Sore throat.
• Sinusitis.
• Eczema.
• Wounds.
• Sore nipples and gums.
• Liver and gallbladder problems.
• Frostbite.
• Diaper rash.
• Hemorrhoids.

Side Effects:

Roman chamomile seems safe for most people when taken by mouth as medicine and in foods. In large amounts, it can cause vomiting. It can also cause an allergic reaction in people sensitive to ragweed, marigolds, daisies, or similar herbs.  The essential oil of Roman chamomile also seems to be safe when inhaled or applied to the skin.

Special Precautions & Warnings:

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Roman chamomile is LIKELY UNSAFE when taken by mouth in medicinal amounts during pregnancy. Roman chamomile is believed to cause miscarriages.  Avoid using Roman chamomile if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Roman chamomile may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking Roman chamomile.

Conclusion:

Traditionally, Roman chamomile has been used to treat nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and gas. It is often used today to relieve anxiety. Used on the skin, it may also reduce inflammation from cuts or hemorrhoids. It is sometimes used to ease the discomfort from eczema and gingivitis (swollen gums).