Chamomile
17 benefits mapped to clinical evidence across supplements.
Dose per serving from products
751 products in our catalogue print how much Chamomile a serving holds.
Most common: 25 mg to 50 mg, 25% of 751 products.
| Dose per serving | Products |
|---|---|
| 2.5 mg or less | 16 |
| 2.5 mg to 5 mg | 38 |
| 5 mg to 10 mg | 47 |
| 10 mg to 25 mg | 111 |
| 25 mg to 50 mg | 186 |
| 50 mg to 100 mg | 185 |
| 100 mg to 250 mg | 102 |
| 250 mg to 500 mg | 40 |
| over 500 mg | 26 |
Dose per serving from research
12 study groups in 12 studies say how much Chamomile participants took a day.
These are the doses the studies gave. They are not a recommendation.
Most common: 250 mg to 500 mg and 1 g to 2.5 g, 25% of 12 study groups each.
| Daily dose | Study groups |
|---|---|
| 100 mg or less | 1 |
| 100 mg to 250 mg | 1 |
| 250 mg to 500 mg | 3 |
| 500 mg to 1 g | 2 |
| 1 g to 2.5 g | 3 |
| 2.5 g to 5 g | 0 |
| 5 g to 10 g | 2 |
Benefit Evidence
Sleep latency ↓16 min
Overall sleep quality improved
Insomnia severity, PSQI ↓
Sleep latency ↓16 min
Overall sleep quality improved
Insomnia severity, PSQI ↓
Research sources
Relaxation (15)
- A comparison of the effect of Swedish massage with and without chamomile oil on labor outcomes and maternal satisfaction of the childbirth process: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 36434669
Massage with chamomile oil reduced labor pain and increased satisfaction, likely via relaxation effects (massage + oil).
- Comparison of the Effects of Aromatherapy With Damask Rose and Chamomile Essential Oil on Preoperative Pain and Anxiety in Emergency Orthopedic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 38300194
Preoperative inhaled chamomile reduced anxiety and pain versus no aromatherapy, indicating short‑term relaxation.
- Effects of aromatherapy with Matricaria chamomile essential oil on anxiety and hemodynamic indices in patients with acute coronary syndrome, 2021: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 38172912
Chamomile aromatherapy lowered anxiety, BP and HR in acute coronary syndrome patients – a robust relaxation signal.
- Effects of chamomile oil inhalation on sleep quality in young adults with insomnia: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 39545336
Nightly chamomile inhalation before bed improved sleep/insomnia in young adults, consistent with relaxation promotion.
- The effects of aromatherapy massage given to patients after colorectal cancer surgery on symptom management: A randomized controlled study
PubMed ID: 39241341
Foot massage with a chamomile-containing oil blend lowered anxiety and implies increased relaxation, but chamomile was one component so attribution is limited.
- The effects of chamomile extract on sleep quality among elderly people: A clinical trial
PubMed ID: 29154054
Oral chamomile extract improved overall sleep quality in elderly, consistent with a relaxation effect.
- Putative Antidepressant Effect of Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) Oral Extract in Subjects with Comorbid Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Depression
PubMed ID: 31808709
Open‑label chamomile for GAD produced anxiolytic improvements consistent with increased relaxation.
- The effect of aromatherapy massage with lavender and chamomile oil on anxiety and sleep quality of patients with burns
PubMed ID: 31859096
Aromatherapy massage including chamomile reduced anxiety and improved sleep in burn patients (combined intervention).
- The Effect of Music Therapy and Aromatherapy with Chamomile-Lavender Essential Oil on the Anxiety of Clinical Nurses: A Randomized and Double-Blind Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 32341707
Inhaled chamomile–lavender aromatherapy produced large, clinically meaningful reductions in anxiety in a randomized trial (combined formula; strong relaxation signal).
- An evaluation of aromatherapy massage in palliative care
PubMed ID: 10659113
Aromatherapy massage including chamomile reduced anxiety and improved wellbeing vs massage alone in palliative patients—supports relaxation but confounded by massage and mixture.
- Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) may provide antidepressant activity in anxious, depressed humans: an exploratory study
PubMed ID: 22894890
Oral chamomile extract reduced depressive/anxious symptom ratings over 8 weeks in an exploratory analysis, consistent with a calming/relaxing effect.
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral Matricaria recutita (chamomile) extract therapy for generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 19593179
Randomized, placebo-controlled trial in mild–moderate GAD found chamomile extract produced modest but significant reductions in anxiety scores, consistent with relaxation effects.
- Long-term chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) treatment for generalized anxiety disorder: A randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 27912875
Continuation trial signaled fewer/worse relapses and better well-being with ongoing chamomile vs placebo, suggesting maintenance of relaxation effects.
- Short-term open-label chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) therapy of moderate to severe generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 27912871
Large open-label study showed substantial reductions in anxiety and improved well-being on chamomile, supporting relaxation although uncontrolled.
- The effects of Lavender and Chamomile essential oil inhalation aromatherapy on depression, anxiety and stress in older community-dwelling people: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33454232
Nightly chamomile inhalation reduced depression/anxiety/stress in older adults, reflecting relaxation benefits.
Stress & Anxiety (13)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral Matricaria recutita (chamomile) extract therapy for generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 19593179
Placebo-controlled RCT in GAD showed statistically significant reductions in HAM-A and other anxiety measures with chamomile extract.
- An evaluation of aromatherapy massage in palliative care
PubMed ID: 10659113
Aromatherapy massage with chamomile (among oils) reduced anxiety (STAI) versus baseline and improved QoL—supports anxiety reduction with some confounding by massage/mixture.
- Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) may provide antidepressant activity in anxious, depressed humans: an exploratory study
PubMed ID: 22894890
Oral chamomile extract produced greater reductions in depressive/anxiety‑related ratings vs placebo in an anxious/depressed sample (exploratory analysis).
- Long-term chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) treatment for generalized anxiety disorder: A randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 27912875
Continuation randomized trial suggested fewer/ later relapses and better symptom trajectories when chamomile was continued versus switching to placebo (signals but not definitive).
- Short-term open-label chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) therapy of moderate to severe generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 27912871
Open-label 8-week cohort demonstrated large, consistent decreases in multiple anxiety scales on chamomile (no placebo control).
- An exploratory study of salivary cortisol changes during chamomile extract therapy of moderate to severe generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 29080520
Cortisol changes correlated with anxiety improvement during chamomile therapy for GAD, supporting an anxiolytic mechanism.
- Putative Antidepressant Effect of Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) Oral Extract in Subjects with Comorbid Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Depression
PubMed ID: 31808709
Open‑label chamomile treatment for GAD produced anxiolytic improvements in an outpatient sample.
- The effect of aromatherapy massage with lavender and chamomile oil on anxiety and sleep quality of patients with burns
PubMed ID: 31859096
Aromatherapy massage including chamomile decreased anxiety in hospitalized burn patients (multi‑component intervention).
- The Effect of Music Therapy and Aromatherapy with Chamomile-Lavender Essential Oil on the Anxiety of Clinical Nurses: A Randomized and Double-Blind Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 32341707
Strong randomized trial: inhaled chamomile–lavender significantly lowered anxiety (large BAI changes), though chamomile was combined with lavender.
- The effects of Lavender and Chamomile essential oil inhalation aromatherapy on depression, anxiety and stress in older community-dwelling people: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33454232
Inhaled chamomile reduced depression, anxiety, and stress vs control in older adults.
- Comparison of the Effects of Aromatherapy With Damask Rose and Chamomile Essential Oil on Preoperative Pain and Anxiety in Emergency Orthopedic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 38300194
Preoperative inhalation reduced anxiety versus control (short‑term setting).
- Effects of aromatherapy with Matricaria chamomile essential oil on anxiety and hemodynamic indices in patients with acute coronary syndrome, 2021: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 38172912
Large randomized trial in ACS patients showed marked anxiety reductions and physiologic calming with chamomile aromatherapy.
- The effects of aromatherapy massage given to patients after colorectal cancer surgery on symptom management: A randomized controlled study
PubMed ID: 39241341
Post-intervention anxiety was lower after massage with a chamomile-containing oil blend vs control; effect cannot be solely attributed to chamomile.
Wellbeing (12)
- Effect of Chamomile Vaginal Gel on the Sexual Function in Postmenopausal Women: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 35400624
Vaginal chamomile gel improved sexual function in postmenopausal women similar to estrogen, which can enhance quality of life.
- A comparison of the effect of Swedish massage with and without chamomile oil on labor outcomes and maternal satisfaction of the childbirth process: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 36434669
Massage with chamomile oil increased maternal satisfaction and normal vaginal delivery rates, indicating broader well‑being effects.
- An evaluation of aromatherapy massage in palliative care
PubMed ID: 10659113
Aromatherapy massage (including chamomile) improved quality‑of‑life measures in palliative patients—supports enhanced wellbeing though confounded by massage and oil mixture.
- Efficacy and safety of Matricaria chamomilla intervention in managing menopausal symptoms: a triple-blind clinical trial
PubMed ID: 39836709
Large triple‑blind RCT: oral chamomile significantly reduced total menopause symptom scores and multiple domains—strong evidence for improved overall wellbeing in that population.
- The effects of Lavender and Chamomile essential oil inhalation aromatherapy on depression, anxiety and stress in older community-dwelling people: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33454232
Inhaled chamomile reduced depression/anxiety/stress with follow‑up benefits, reflecting improved well‑being.
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral Matricaria recutita (chamomile) extract therapy for generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 19593179
GAD RCT showed improved anxiety and a trend toward better psychological well-being with chamomile.
- Comparison of the effects of Matricaria chamomila (Chamomile) extract and mefenamic acid on the intensity of premenstrual syndrome
PubMed ID: 24439651
Reduced emotional PMS symptoms with chamomile likely contributes to improved overall well-being in that population.
- Long-term chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) treatment for generalized anxiety disorder: A randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 27912875
Continuation trial signaled better well-being and other small clinical advantages when chamomile was continued vs placebo.
- Short-term open-label chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) therapy of moderate to severe generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 27912871
Large open-label cohort reported marked symptomatic and well-being improvements on chamomile (uncontrolled).
- Putative Antidepressant Effect of Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) Oral Extract in Subjects with Comorbid Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Depression
PubMed ID: 31808709
Open‑label anxiolytic trial reported broad symptomatic improvements, suggesting gains in overall well‑being.
- Effects of chamomile extract nasal drop on chronic rhinosinusitis treatment: A randomized double blind study
PubMed ID: 33038782
Intranasal chamomile produced a clinically meaningful SNOT‑22 improvement and endoscopic benefit, improving QoL.
- Effects of chamomile and -theanine beverage on menstrual pain, menstrual symptoms, mood, and sleep quality in young women experiencing primary dysmenorrhea: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
PubMed ID: 41525193
Improvements in pain, symptoms, vigor, and daytime function suggest better overall well-being with the chamomile+L-theanine beverage; chamomile's independent effect not isolated.
Pain relief (11)
- Efficacy of topical chamomile oil for mild and moderate carpal tunnel syndrome: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial
PubMed ID: 28107852
Chamomile oil plus splinting produced objective and subjective improvements in carpal tunnel, consistent with relief of local discomfort/aches.
- Effects of chamomile and -theanine beverage on menstrual pain, menstrual symptoms, mood, and sleep quality in young women experiencing primary dysmenorrhea: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
PubMed ID: 41525193
Body pain and menstrual-related aches were reduced in the chamomile+L-theanine study, indicating relief of minor aches though attribution to chamomile alone is uncertain.
- Comparison of the Effects of Aromatherapy With Damask Rose and Chamomile Essential Oil on Preoperative Pain and Anxiety in Emergency Orthopedic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 38300194
Preoperative inhaled chamomile lowered pain before emergency orthopedic surgery.
- Prophylactic effect of chamomile on post-dural puncture headache in women undergoing elective cesarean section: A randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
PubMed ID: 37926605
Topical chamomile ointment applied around forehead reduced early incidence of post‑dural puncture headache in a large randomized trial.
- Effect of chamomile oil on the intensity of nonspecific low back pain in prehospital emergency technicians
PubMed ID: 35787809
Topical chamomile oil reduced low back pain intensity and interference in a randomized trial—direct evidence for relief of a minor/ localized ache.
- A comparison of the effect of Swedish massage with and without chamomile oil on labor outcomes and maternal satisfaction of the childbirth process: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 36434669
Massage with chamomile oil reduced labor pain intensity versus controls.
- Effect of dry cupping versus soft and prolonged massage in the management of knee osteoarthritis - a randomized controlled clinical trial
PubMed ID: 33787191
Chamomile oil massage reduced knee osteoarthritis pain, though massage and cupping had similar effects.
- Effect of Chamomile Oil on Cesarean Section Pain in Primiparous Women: A Randomized Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 32228427
Inhaled chamomile after cesarean reduced postoperative pain and analgesic requirements (randomized double‑blind).
- Effectiveness of Matricaria chamomilla (chamomile) extract on pain control of cyclic mastalgia: a double-blind randomised controlled trial
PubMed ID: 29072514
Oral chamomile drops reduced cyclic breast pain more than placebo over two months.
- Topical chamomile oil as a novel therapeutic intervention for diabetic neuropathy: A randomized double-blind controlled clinical trial
PubMed ID: 40440968
Topical chamomile oil, as adjunct to gabapentin, reduced neuropathy symptom scores in diabetic neuropathy—supports relief of painful neuropathic symptoms (minor/moderate aches).
- Evaluation of the effect of topical chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) oleogel as pain relief in migraine without aura: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover study
PubMed ID: 29808331
Randomized double‑blind crossover trial: topical chamomile oleogel produced rapid, significant migraine pain relief and reduced associated symptoms—strong evidence for headache pain relief (migraine specifically).
Cough & throat (9)
- Effects of chamomile extract nasal drop on chronic rhinosinusitis treatment: A randomized double blind study
PubMed ID: 33038782
Intranasal chamomile improved sinonasal symptoms and QoL, which can relieve upper airway/throat irritation.
- Comparison of Isotonic Seawater Nasal Spray Containing Chamomile Liquid Extract and Other Isotonic Seawater Nasal Washing Solutions for Allergic Rhinitis
PubMed ID: 34142567
Chamomile‑containing nasal spray improved nasal symptoms and mucociliary clearance, potentially reducing throat irritation from postnasal drip.
- THE EXPERIENCE OF TREATMENT THE PATIENTS WITH COMPLICATED VIRAL RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONS: ROLE OF HIGH-CONCENTRATED OXYGEN INHALATIONS ADDING CAMOMILE OIL
PubMed ID: 34459765
Inhalation with chamomile oil in viral respiratory infection produced faster symptom relief including local respiratory symptoms (confounded by oxygen).
- Evaluation of the effectiveness of a chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) and linseed (Linum usitatissimum) saliva substitute in the relief of xerostomia in elders
PubMed ID: 26763612
Chamomile+linseed saliva substitute relieved dry mouth and swallowing difficulty in elderly patients, directly easing throat discomfort.
- Efficacy of topical chamomile management vs. placebo in patients with oral lichen planus: a randomized double-blind study
PubMed ID: 27324515
Topical treatment improved burning/pain in oral lichen planus (oral mucosal comfort).
- The effect of topical chamomile in the prevention of chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis: A randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 33290635
Oral chamomile gel reduced severity of chemotherapy‑induced oral mucositis, likely easing oral/throat discomfort.
- Efficacy of Andrographis paniculata spray in acute pharyngitis: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 37821383
Chamomile spray improved signs/symptoms and achieved symptom resolution (~2.5 days) in acute viral pharyngitis—direct evidence of throat symptom relief.
- A randomized, open-label, multicenter, comparative study of therapeutic efficacy, safety and tolerability of BNO 1030 extract, containing marshmallow root, chamomile flowers, horsetail herb, walnut leaves, yarrow herb, oak bark, dandelion herb in the treatment of acute non-bacterial tonsillitis in children aged 6 to 18 years
PubMed ID: 30554882
Multi‑herb extract including chamomile sped relief in non‑bacterial tonsillitis and reduced antipyretic use—supports symptomatic throat comfort within a combined product.
- Chamomile infusion cryotherapy to prevent oral mucositis induced by chemotherapy: a pilot study
PubMed ID: 27189615
Chamomile ice reduced oral mucositis incidence and mouth pain during chemotherapy, directly comforting the oropharynx.
Nerve health (8)
- The effect of aromatherapy massage with lavender and chamomile oil on anxiety and sleep quality of patients with burns
PubMed ID: 31859096
Aromatherapy massage reduced anxiety in burn patients; chamomile plausibly contributed to calming.
- The Effect of Music Therapy and Aromatherapy with Chamomile-Lavender Essential Oil on the Anxiety of Clinical Nurses: A Randomized and Double-Blind Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 32341707
Significant anxiolytic effect of chamomile–lavender inhalation suggests nervous system calming (though combined aromatherapy).
- Comparison of the Effects of Aromatherapy With Damask Rose and Chamomile Essential Oil on Preoperative Pain and Anxiety in Emergency Orthopedic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 38300194
Preoperative inhaled chamomile lowered perioperative anxiety and pain, consistent with nervousness reduction.
- Effects of aromatherapy with Matricaria chamomile essential oil on anxiety and hemodynamic indices in patients with acute coronary syndrome, 2021: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 38172912
Anxiety and physiologic arousal reductions in ACS patients indicate a calming‑nerves effect.
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral Matricaria recutita (chamomile) extract therapy for generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 19593179
RCT evidence of reduced anxiety in GAD supports a calming effect on nerves.
- Long-term chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) treatment for generalized anxiety disorder: A randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 27912875
Continuation trial trends toward maintained symptom control support a calming/maintenance effect.
- Short-term open-label chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) therapy of moderate to severe generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 27912871
Open-label reductions in anxiety and improved well-being are consistent with calming effects.
- Putative Antidepressant Effect of Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) Oral Extract in Subjects with Comorbid Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Depression
PubMed ID: 31808709
Open‑label GAD trial showed clinical anxiolytic benefit consistent with calming of nerves.
Mood balance (8)
- Effects of an intervention with drinking chamomile tea on sleep quality and depression in sleep disturbed postnatal women: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 26483209
Postpartum trial showed short-term reductions in depressive symptoms with chamomile tea.
- Comparison of the effects of Matricaria chamomila (Chamomile) extract and mefenamic acid on the intensity of premenstrual syndrome
PubMed ID: 24439651
Randomized trial found chamomile capsules reduced emotional PMS symptoms more than mefenamic acid, indicating mood benefits.
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral Matricaria recutita (chamomile) extract therapy for generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 19593179
GAD RCT reported improved psychological well-being (PGWB) though primary outcome was anxiety reduction.
- The effects of Lavender and Chamomile essential oil inhalation aromatherapy on depression, anxiety and stress in older community-dwelling people: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33454232
Nightly chamomile inhalation reduced depression, anxiety and stress vs control in older adults.
- Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) may provide antidepressant activity in anxious, depressed humans: an exploratory study
PubMed ID: 22894890
Exploratory randomized trial analysis showed chamomile extract produced greater reductions in depressive symptom ratings vs placebo—direct support for mood enhancement.
- Effects of chamomile and -theanine beverage on menstrual pain, menstrual symptoms, mood, and sleep quality in young women experiencing primary dysmenorrhea: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
PubMed ID: 41525193
POMS vigor increased and depression-related symptoms decreased with chamomile+L-theanine, indicating mood enhancement though chamomile's independent contribution is unclear.
- Efficacy and safety of Matricaria chamomilla intervention in managing menopausal symptoms: a triple-blind clinical trial
PubMed ID: 39836709
Oral chamomile capsules produced significant reductions in total menopause symptom scores including psychological domain, consistent with improved mood and wellbeing.
- Short-term open-label chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) therapy of moderate to severe generalized anxiety disorder
PubMed ID: 27912871
Open-label GAD study reported improvements in psychological well-being alongside anxiety reductions.
Skin soothing (7)
- Swabs Containing Tea Tree Oil and Chamomile Oil Versus Baby Shampoo in Patients With Seborrheic Blepharitis: A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 34310352
Tea‑tree + chamomile swabs improved blepharitis symptom scores (eyelid/mucocutaneous irritation) vs baby shampoo.
- Efficacy of topical chamomile on the incidence of phlebitis due to an amiodarone infusion in coronary care patients: a double-blind, randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 28844214
Topical chamomile ointment reduced incidence and delayed onset of infusion phlebitis (local irritation/inflammation).
- Using chamomile solution or a 1% topical hydrocortisone ointment in the management of peristomal skin lesions in colostomy patients: results of a controlled clinical study
PubMed ID: 21617262
Controlled trial showed chamomile compresses healed peristomal skin lesions faster and relieved pain/itching sooner than hydrocortisone.
- The effect of topical chamomile in the prevention of chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis: A randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 33290635
Topical 3% chamomile oral gel reduced maximal severity of chemotherapy‑induced oral mucositis versus standard care.
- Efficacy of topical chamomile management vs. placebo in patients with oral lichen planus: a randomized double-blind study
PubMed ID: 27324515
Topical 2% chamomile gel markedly improved pain, burning, itching and clinical lesion scores in oral lichen planus (mucosal irritation).
- A Chitosan-Coated Chamomile Microparticles Formulation to Prevent Radiodermatitis in Breast: A Double-blinded, Controlled, Randomized, Phase II Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 35393979
Chitosan‑coated chamomile microparticles significantly reduced radiation dermatitis severity and symptoms (pain/itch).
- Chamomile infusion cryotherapy to prevent oral mucositis induced by chemotherapy: a pilot study
PubMed ID: 27189615
Chamomile infusion ice reduced oral mucositis incidence and pain, indicating mucosal/skin-soothing effects.
Stomach comfort (5)
- Effect of Ginger and Chamomile on Nausea and Vomiting Caused by Chemotherapy in Iranian Women with Breast Cancer
PubMed ID: 27644672
Reduction in chemotherapy-associated vomiting frequency suggests relief of stomach-related discomfort (vomiting).
- [Double-blind comparison of an apple pectin-chamomile extract preparation with placebo in children with diarrhea]
PubMed ID: 9463302
Pediatric trial showing faster diarrhea resolution supports reduced gastrointestinal/stomach discomfort (but not direct gastric pain measures).
- Double-blind, randomized evaluation of clinical efficacy and tolerability of an apple pectin-chamomile extract in children with unspecific diarrhea
PubMed ID: 16889120
Apple pectin–chamomile preparation decreased stool frequency and illness duration in children, correlating with reduced GI discomfort.
- [A plant extract and its modified preparation in functional dyspepsia. Results of a double-blind placebo controlled comparative study]
PubMed ID: 11505331
STW‑5 reduced dyspeptic symptom scores in a randomized trial—directly relevant to stomach discomfort relief.
- Effects of chamomile and -theanine beverage on menstrual pain, menstrual symptoms, mood, and sleep quality in young women experiencing primary dysmenorrhea: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
PubMed ID: 41525193
Stomachache and related abdominal symptoms were substantially reduced in the chamomile+L-theanine trial; chamomile's independent effect not isolated.
Sleep quality (5)
- Effects of an intervention with drinking chamomile tea on sleep quality and depression in sleep disturbed postnatal women: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 26483209
Postpartum RCT showed reduced sleep inefficiency at 2 weeks with chamomile tea (effects not sustained at 4 weeks).
- Preliminary examination of the efficacy and safety of a standardized chamomile extract for chronic primary insomnia: a randomized placebo-controlled pilot study
PubMed ID: 21939549
Pilot RCT found chamomile shortened sleep latency by ~16 minutes, a modest objective sleep improvement.
- The effects of chamomile extract on sleep quality among elderly people: A clinical trial
PubMed ID: 29154054
Chamomile extract capsules improved sleep quality vs placebo in elderly nursing‑home residents (single‑blind RCT).
- The effects of Lavender and Chamomile essential oil inhalation aromatherapy on depression, anxiety and stress in older community-dwelling people: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33454232
Nightly inhalation reduced anxiety/stress which can secondarily improve sleep in older adults.
- Effects of chamomile oil inhalation on sleep quality in young adults with insomnia: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 39545336
Randomized trial in young adults with insomnia showed clear PSQI/ISI improvements after nightly chamomile inhalation.
Skin repair (5)
- Using chamomile solution or a 1% topical hydrocortisone ointment in the management of peristomal skin lesions in colostomy patients: results of a controlled clinical study
PubMed ID: 21617262
Chamomile compresses produced substantially faster time-to-healing of peristomal lesions vs hydrocortisone in a controlled trial.
- Swabs Containing Tea Tree Oil and Chamomile Oil Versus Baby Shampoo in Patients With Seborrheic Blepharitis: A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 34310352
Eyelid hygiene swabs with chamomile improved symptoms and reduced Demodex counts, supporting restorative effects on eyelid health.
- The effect of topical chamomile in the prevention of chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis: A randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 33290635
Chamomile oral gel limited maximum mucositis severity during chemotherapy, implying tissue protective/healing properties.
- A Chitosan-Coated Chamomile Microparticles Formulation to Prevent Radiodermatitis in Breast: A Double-blinded, Controlled, Randomized, Phase II Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 35393979
Trial showed delayed onset and lower incidence of higher‑grade radiodermatitis and faster recovery with chamomile microparticles.
- Efficacy of topical chamomile management vs. placebo in patients with oral lichen planus: a randomized double-blind study
PubMed ID: 27324515
Topical chamomile produced marked clinical lesion improvement in oral lichen planus, consistent with healing effects.
Digestive support (4)
- Effect of Ginger and Chamomile on Nausea and Vomiting Caused by Chemotherapy in Iranian Women with Breast Cancer
PubMed ID: 27644672
Adjunctive chamomile reduced vomiting frequency in chemotherapy patients, indicating an easing of some GI symptoms.
- [A plant extract and its modified preparation in functional dyspepsia. Results of a double-blind placebo controlled comparative study]
PubMed ID: 11505331
STW‑5 multi‑herb product containing chamomile relieved functional dyspepsia symptoms versus placebo (randomized), supporting a role in easing dyspeptic digestion symptoms.
- Double-blind, randomized evaluation of clinical efficacy and tolerability of an apple pectin-chamomile extract in children with unspecific diarrhea
PubMed ID: 16889120
Larger multicenter pediatric RCT confirmed apple pectin–chamomile reduced stool frequency and sped recovery—robust evidence for digestive benefit.
- [Double-blind comparison of an apple pectin-chamomile extract preparation with placebo in children with diarrhea]
PubMed ID: 9463302
Randomized double‑blind pediatric trial: apple pectin–chamomile shortened duration of acute non‑complicated diarrhea and increased day‑3 cure rate (strong digestive benefit).
Oral health (3)
- Comparison of antibacterial effects of oral rinses chlorhexidine and herbal mouth wash in patients admitted to intensive care unit
PubMed ID: 22979913
Chamomile-containing mouthwash reduced oral bacterial counts in ICU patients, a plausible mechanism for fresher breath.
- Comparison of the antibacterial effects of matrica & Persica™ and chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwashes in mechanically ventilated ICU patients: a double blind randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 24248104
Double-blind RCT in ventilated patients showed Matrica (chamomile) mouthwash significantly lowered key oral bacteria versus baseline.
- Clinical efficacy of a 1% Matricaria chamomile L. mouthwash and 0.12% chlorhexidine for gingivitis control in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances
PubMed ID: 28025442
Orthodontic RCT: 1% chamomile mouthwash reduced plaque and gingival bleeding vs placebo, consistent with potential breath benefits.
Immune support (1)
- Effects of chamomile extract nasal drop on chronic rhinosinusitis treatment: A randomized double blind study
PubMed ID: 33038782
Intranasal chamomile improved rhinosinusitis symptoms and endoscopic findings, suggesting enhanced local respiratory defense/inflammatory control.
Antioxidant (1)
- Chamomile tea improves glycemic indices and antioxidants status in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
PubMed ID: 26437613
RCT reported significant increases in total antioxidant capacity and multiple antioxidant enzymes after 8 weeks of chamomile tea.
Bloating & gas (1)
- [A plant extract and its modified preparation in functional dyspepsia. Results of a double-blind placebo controlled comparative study]
PubMed ID: 11505331
Multi‑herb preparation containing chamomile produced significant improvement in functional dyspepsia symptoms (which commonly include bloating).
Menstrual comfort (1)
- Effects of chamomile and -theanine beverage on menstrual pain, menstrual symptoms, mood, and sleep quality in young women experiencing primary dysmenorrhea: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
PubMed ID: 41525193
Large, consistent reductions in menstrual pain were observed with a chamomile+L-theanine beverage; clinically meaningful but combined formulation prevents isolating chamomile's contribution.
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Products with Chamomile
Search all1615 products whose verified label declares Chamomile — not every bottle that mentions it in a title.
Being studied right now
Recruiting clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. A trial in progress has no result yet — this is what the field is asking, not what it found.