Overview
Matricaria recutita standardized extract for generalized anxiety.
- Whole dried plant material (root, leaf, flower, or aerial parts depending on the species)
- Standardized hydroethanolic or aqueous extract (capsule, tincture, or tea)
- Powdered traditional preparation used in Ayurvedic, TCM, or Western herbal practice
- Standardized extract capsule
- Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin)
- Powdered whole herb
- Traditional decoction or tea
Forms & variants of Chamomile
Different chemical forms of Chamomile behave differently. Browse each form's mechanism, bioavailability, and best-use context.
Mechanism of action
Apigenin partial agonism at GABA-A benzodiazepine site.
- · Apigenin partial agonism at GABA-A benzodiazepine site
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Chamomile (GAD) modulates monoaminergic and GABAergic tone relevant to mood and anxiety regulation.
Evidence-based benefits
Reduces GAD severity over 8 weeks
Strong evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
- · Allergic reaction (Asteraceae)
Drug interactions
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Pregnant or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
- ·Children under 18 (unless directed by a clinician)
- ·Alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids, sedating antihistamines (additive CNS depression)
Supplement interactions
- Magnesium glycinateComplementary GABAergic calming and improved sleep architecture.
- L-theanineReduces sleep latency without sedation.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Chamomile for GAD
Amsterdam JD, et al.
8-week DB-RCT in 57 GAD patients.
Significantly reduced HAM-A scores vs placebo.
PubMed: Chamomile (GAD) — Reduces GAD severity over 8 weeks
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