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Within the Russian Federation, “wild” chamomile originally grew in Siberia and Altai, but after this plant was cultivated, it spread throughout almost all of Russia (except the regions of the Far North and the lower reaches of the Volga). Currently, the most practical value is Camomile pharmacy, used as a medicinal raw material in many countries around the world.

A little bit about the chamomile pharmacy

Chamomile belongs to the genus of perennial flowering plants. Included in the family Complicated.  The genus includes about 20 species, the most famous of which is Pharmaceutical camomile.  In appearance it is a low odorous herb. It blooms in the first year of its life.

By the way, in Latin daisy sounds like “Matricaria”, which literally means “mother grass” (“matrix”). This name, due to the fact that chamomile was often used to treat gynecological diseases, was used by a Swiss doctor and botanist. Albrecht von Hallerwho lived in the 18th century.

Chamomile in Latin sounds like “Matricaria chamomilla”. The second word is derived from the Greek words “chamai” and “melon”, which translated means “low” and “apple”. Since the smell of chamomile was vaguely reminiscent of apple flavor, and the camomile itself was low, it was called “Chamaemelon”.

In Russian, the name of this plant came from Polish, where it was called "color novels" (Roman flower). The Russians gave him a more gentle and concise name - “chamomile”. This is the story of the origin of the name of this plant.

Medicinal properties of chamomile

For the preparation of medicinal raw materials used chamomile inflorescences. The uniqueness of chamomile blossoms is in their chemical composition, which includes: hamazulen, derivatives Quercetin,essential oil (chamomile oil), caprylic acid,salicylic acid, nicotinic acid, vitamin C,   gum, carotene, apigenin,  polysaccharides, etc.

Due to this composition chamomile has the widest range medicinal properties. Let us dwell on some of the most significant components of this plant.

HAMAZULEN

Chamomile Azulene is called hamazulen Typically, its content in the essential oil is from 1.5 to 9%, but in pharmaceutical varieties of chamomile the content of chamazulene can reach 10% or more. Chamazulene, as indeed, all azulene, has anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory and bacteriostatic activity.

KVERCETIN

Quercetin is a substance with antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and anti-edema action. It is also a diuretic and antioxidant. Present in the composition of a variety of drugs used to treat asthma, diseases of the cardiovascular system. Used as an auxiliary component in cancer drugs. It is used in cosmetology in order to slow down the aging process of the skin.

Capric acid

As a result of numerous studies conducted by foreign scientists, it was found that caprylic acid has antifungal activity against yeast-like fungi Candida albicans. Fungi of the genus Candida die under the influence of caprylic acid, dissolving their membrane.

For medical purposes, gum is used as mucus that can slow down the absorption process, as well as reduce irritation from the use of certain drugs.

Carotene inhibits the production of free radicals and the accumulation of reactive oxygen species. Increases the immune potential of the body, regardless of the types of antigens. For this reason, this substance is a non-specific immunostimulant.

Apigenin

According to the results of research, scientists found that the substance apigenin stops the spread of cancer cells and makes them more sensitive to drug therapy. It also helps proteins correct disorders in RNA molecules endowed with genetic information. These disorders account for about 80% of all oncological diseases. It has an anti-inflammatory effect.

Internal use of chamomile pharmaceutical

For internal use, chamomile is used in the form medicinal tea. Chamomile tea is capable of enhancing the secretion of gastric juice and bile, stimulate appetite, while enveloping the intestine itself, reducing its sensitivity and irritation.

Chamomile tea helps relieve pain and cramps, reduces swelling of the gastric mucosa, absorbs toxins and slags from the gastrointestinal tract due to its adsorbing properties. In this regard, chamomile tea is often used for various disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, such as: colitis, diarrhea, gastritis, flatulence. In addition, chamomile tea contributes to the rapid healing of the duodenum with an ulcer.

Also, chamomile tea has a calming effect. It is able to relieve tension, calm nerves and ease falling asleep.

Chamomile tea can be drunk as a diaphoretic and febrifuge, as well as to strengthen the immunity in infectious diseases such as SARS, sore throat, flu, etc.

There is a huge amount of herbal preparations, including chamomile and other medicinal inflorescences, as well as dietary supplements, which are used for internal use in order to eliminate certain health problems.

External use of camomile pharmaceutical

External use of chamomile infusion is very diverse. It is used in the form of gargles for various inflammatory processes in the throat, mouth and nose, as well as inhalations for inflammation of the upper respiratory tract.

So infusion rub eyes with conjunctivitis. With the help of a compress using chamomile infusion, you can reduce traces of eye fatigue, improve the skin color under the eyes, and also remove irritation on the eyelids. Rubbing down the face (for example, during makeup removal) using chamomile infusion helps to rejuvenate the skin.

Rinsing hair with chamomile extract helps to nourish and strengthen it. Hair becomes shiny and silky. Also, an infusion of chamomile helps get rid of dandruff, normalizes the work of the sebaceous glands of the head and neutralizes the negative effects of substances that make up the shampoos.

Chamomile tea can be added to the bath. They can rinse the whole body. This will clear the sebaceous glands, relieve minor irritations and small inflammations in all parts of the body. The combination of a bath with infusion and steaming helps with chronic nasopharyngeal diseases.

There are currently quite popular medicines with the addition of chamomile extract. One of them is the drug rotokanused mainly in diseases of the oral mucosa.

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Quite often, in order to prevent the development of certain diseases or to conduct a general improvement of the body of young children, various phytotherapeutic herbs are used. Infusions and decoctions of such herbs act on the child's body gently, gently, therefore, each baby is usually chosen individually, taking into account associated diseases or possible complications. From medicinal herbs used in pediatrics, potent and poisonous plants must be excluded. The most common use of chamomile for children. First and foremost, chamomile, or medicinal, is an extremely effective sedative for babies, but besides this it performs many other therapeutic functions.

The ability of chamomile to significantly calm the nervous system of a child is often used by many mothers who regularly give their children from the year they were born. To prevent this drink from being associated with a child with a medicine, some parents teach children to drink chamomile every day, like regular tea, because the taste preferences of people are laid back in childhood. As a rule, for the preparation of chamomile tea, it is necessary to take three teaspoons of dried chamomile, pour a glass of boiling water, insist for ten minutes, strain and add sugar, honey or fructose. Sweet ingredients will significantly improve the taste of the drink, and the use of chamomile for children in the form of a soothing tea will be extremely effective. Chamomile perfectly soothes the overexcited nervous system of the child, problems with poor falling asleep, whims will disappear, sleep normalizes.

Also, chamomile pharmacy is ideal for internal use in cases of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract of small children, when they suffer from bloating, intestinal colic. Chamomile decoction treat diaper dermatitis, treat irritated skin in newborn babies, wash eyes when souring or conjunctivitis. The use of chamomile for children suffering from diathesis with skin manifestations such as pruritus, frequent eruptions, stubborn diaper rash is extremely widespread. In such situations, herbal baths are used, including chamomile, which effectively increase the resistance skin integument, reduce skin itching. Chamomile has anti-inflammatory properties due to the substance contained in it azulene, which is also able to reduce allergic reactions.

In case of children's colds, accompanied by a runny nose, high fever, cough, apply throats, nasal washing, steam inhalations from medicinal herbs, which necessarily include pharmaceutical chamomile. For example, in case of inflammation of the mouth and throat of a child, mix three pieces of chamomile, two parts of linden flowers, cover with a glass of boiling water, let it stand for an hour, strain. It is necessary to rinse the throat and mouth several times daily, then the use of chamomile for children’s pharmacy will have an excellent disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, softening effect.

Chamomile pharmacy is widely used in children's cosmetology due to its diverse healing properties. Baby creams are extremely popular with babies and the older half of the family. Perhaps, in every family there will definitely be a baby cream containing chamomile pharmacy. Such creams are especially effective for treating and preventing skin irritations of little children.

It is imperative to keep in mind the strict observance of the rules for the use of herbal remedies, in particular chamomile pharmacy, for children. First you need to consult with a specialist. If phytopreparations cause itching, nausea and allergic reactions in babies, they should be stopped immediately. Actually, chamomile - proven over the centuries folk remedywhich rarely causes allergies in a child. Our grandmothers also collected and harvested this healing plant with their own hands and widely used the use of chamomile for children. Now chamomile can be purchased at any pharmacy. Health to your baby!

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Daisies pharmacy flowers: instructions for use

Composition

Chamomile flowers - 50 g or 100 g.

Description

: Whole or partially showered flower baskets are hemispherical or conical in shape, without peduncles or with their remains no longer than 3 cm. The color of the reed flowers is white, tubular - yellow, the wrapper - yellowish-green. The smell is strong, fragrant

pharmachologic effect

Infusion of chamomile flowers has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic effect, reduces flatulence.

Indications for use

Inside (as part of complex therapy): chronic gastritis, enteritis and colitis, flatulence.
Locally: infectious and inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract and oral cavity (pharyngitis, tonsillitis, stomatitis, gingivitis).
  Externally: purulent-inflammatory skin diseases.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to chamomile, as well as to the plants of the aster family (Compositae), such as arnica, ambrosia, yarrow, tansy, wormwood, asters, chrysanthemums.

Dosage and administration

Is ingested in the form of heat 1 / 3-1 / 2 cup 2-3 times a day after meals, locally - for rinsing, lotions, baths. For rinsing the mouth and pharynx - 1/2 -
  1 cup of infusion (in the form of heat) 3-5 times a day. For mikroklizm use 50 ml of infusion 1-2 times a day. Before use, the infusion is recommended to shake. The duration of the course of treatment is determined by the doctor individually, taking into account the characteristics of the disease, the effect achieved and the tolerance of the drug.
  To prepare the infusion, 10 g (4 tablespoons) of flowers are placed in an enamel bowl, 200 ml (1 cup) of boiled water at room temperature are poured, covered with a lid and infused in a water bath with frequent stirring for 15 minutes, then cooled at room temperature  within 45 minutes, filter, the remaining raw material is pressed. The volume of the resulting infusion is brought to 200 ml with boiled water.

Side effect

Allergic, anaphylactic reactions are possible. In case of adverse reactions, including those not mentioned in this manual, you should stop using the drug and consult a doctor.

Overdose

Not observed.

Interaction with other drugs

Not studied.

Precautionary measures

Take warm after meals.

If during the use of the drug symptoms persist or deterioration occurs, you should consult a doctor.

Use in children.Information about the use of the drug in children is missing. Safety and efficacy of use in children under 12 years have not been established.

Use during pregnancy and lactation.Information on the use of the drug during pregnancy and lactation is missing. Pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding, the use of the drug is possible only if the benefits of the use outweigh the potential risk to the fetus or child.

Impact on the ability to drive motor vehicles and other potentially dangerous machinery.Studies to assess the effect of taking the drug on the ability to drive and operate machinery were not conducted.

Release form

50 g or 100 g in a cardboard box with an inner paper package.

Storage conditions

To store in the place protected from moisture and light at a temperature from 15 ° C to 25 ° C. The prepared infusion should be stored at a temperature of 8 ° C to 15 ° C for no more than 2 days. Keep out of the reach of children.

Shelf life

1 year

Pharmacy sales terms

Without a prescription.

Self-medication can be detrimental to your health.
You must consult with your doctor, as well as read the instructions before use.