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Manzanilla (Chamomile) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Manzanilla (Chamomile) (Matricaria chamomilla), addressing anxiety, insomnia, digestive issues.

supplementscuranderismoBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

AnxietyInsomniaDigestive IssuesColicWound HealingFever

Ingredients

  • Manzanilla (Chamomile) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Manzanilla (Chamomile) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Manzanilla (Chamomile)

Full profile
  • CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects

Pregnancy

Use Caution

Occasional culinary-strength tea is widely used traditionally, but German chamomile has mild emmenagogue (uterine-stimulant) activity — concentrated extracts, capsules, or frequent strong tea are generally advised against, especially in the first trimester or with a history of miscarriage.

Breastfeeding

Likely Safe

Commonly used traditionally in normal tea amounts to support let-down and calm the nursing parent; considered compatible with breastfeeding.

Children

Likely Safe

Widely used in mild diluted tea form for infant colic and sleep in traditional practice. Rare allergic reactions occur in children with a known ragweed/daisy (Asteraceae) family allergy.

Blood thinners (warfarin)

Contains natural coumarins with mild anticoagulant activity.

Sedatives

Additive drowsiness.