Chamomile flowers

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEDICAL USE OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT CHAMOMILE FLOWERS

Composition:

Active substance: chamomile flowers (matricariaeflores);

One pack contains chamomie flowers (matricariaeflores) 40 g or 50 g;

One filter bag contains chamomile flowers (matricariaeflores) 1.5 g.

Pharmaceutical form. Flowers.

Main physico-chemical properties: whole or partially disintegrated flower heads of hemispherical or conical shape, without flower stalks or with remnants not exceeding 3 cm in length.

Powdery mass, a mixture of particles of pale-yellow, yellow, white, yellowish-green colour.

Pharmaco-therapeutic group.

Agents affecting the digestive system and metabolic processes. ATC Code A16A X.

Pharmacological properties.

Chamomile flowers contain essential oil composed of chamazulene, prochamazulene, other terpenes and sesquiterpenes, as well as flavonoids, coumarins, polysaccharides, mineral salts, carotene, ascorbic acid, sitosterol, choline, and organic acids. This complex of biologically active substances exerts spasmolytic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diaphoretic, choleretic, and sedative effects. Preparations from chamomile flowers reduce allergic reactions, improve regenerative processes, enhance secretory activity of digestive glands, stimulate appetite, relieve intestinal spasms, and reduce fermentation processes in the gut.

Clinical characteristics.

Indications.

Oral administration is indicated for gastritis, inflammatory diseases of the liver and gallbladder, enterocolitis, meteorism, and respiratory infections.

For external use – in inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity and throat.

Contraindications.

Individual hypersensitivity to biologically active substances contained in the medicinal product.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction.

Unknown.

Instructions for use.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

The medicinal product should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding only on the recommendation of a physician, if the benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus/child.

Ability to influence the speed of reactions when driving vehicles or operating machinery.

Has no effect.

Method of Administration and Dosage

Place 3 tablespoons of flowers into an enameled container, pour 200 ml of hot boiled water, cover with a lid, and steep in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes. Cool at room temperature for 45 minutes, strain, and squeeze the residue. Add boiled water to the strained infusion to adjust the volume to 200 ml.

The infusion is taken warm, 3 times daily after meals: for adults and children aged 14 years and older – 1/3 cup; for children aged 12–14 years – 1/4 cup; aged 7–12 years – 2 tablespoons; aged 3–7 years – 1 tablespoon; aged 1–3 years – 1 dessert spoon; aged 6 months to 1 year – ½ to 1 teaspoon. Externally, the infusion is used for rinsing 3–4 times daily. Shake the infusion before use.

Place 2 filter packets into a glass or enameled container, pour 200 ml of boiling water, cover, and let steep for 15 minutes. Use warm, 3 times daily after meals: for adults and children aged 14 years and older – 1 cup; for children aged 12–14 years – 2/3 cup; aged 7–12 years – ½ cup; aged 3–7 years – ¼ cup; aged 1–3 years – 2 tablespoons; aged 6 months to 1 year – 1 dessert spoon. Externally, the infusion is used for rinsing 3–4 times daily.

The duration of treatment is determined individually by a physician.

Children. Can be administered to children from 6 months of age as prescribed by a physician.

Overdose.

No reports of overdose have been reported.

Side effects.

Allergic reactions are possible (including hyperemia, rash, itching, and skin swelling).

If adverse reactions occur, discontinue use of the product.

Shelf life. 2 years.

Storage conditions.

Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C.

Keep out of reach of children.

The prepared infusion should be stored at a temperature between 8 °C and 15 °C for no more than 2 days.

Packaging.

40 g or 50 g in packs with an inner pouch.

1.5 g in filter bags, 20 or 25 filter bags per cardboard pack.

Availability. Over-the-counter.

Manufacturer. JSC «Lubnipharm».

Manufacturer's address and place of business.

16, Barvinkova Street, Lubny, Poltava region, Ukraine, 37500.