Herbal Monographs and Structure
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Which family does chamomile belong to?

  • Asteracea (correct)
  • Rosaceae
  • Lamiaceae
  • Fabaceae

    • What part of the chamomile plant is used for therapeutic purposes?

  • Roots
  • Flower heads (correct)
  • Leaves
  • Stems

    • Which of the following is NOT a constituent of chamomile?

  • Matricin
  • Alpha bisabolol
  • Caffeine (correct)
  • Azulene

    • What is the pharmacological action of chamomile's volatile oils?

    <p>Anti-inflammatory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which constituent of chamomile inhibits histamine release?

    <p>Azulene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of chamomile infusion?

    <p>1-3 tsp/cup water, steep 3-5 mins, covered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is chamomile commonly used for in topical applications?

    <p>Wound healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What gastrointestinal disturbances is chamomile useful for?

    <p>IBS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conditions of the gastrointestinal tract can chamomile help with?

    <p>IBD, colitis, gastritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conditions can chamomile be used for?

    <p>Insomnia, anxiety, restlessness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential contraindication for using the herb mentioned in the text?

    <p>Sedation could pose a risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum recommended weekly dosage for the tincture mentioned in the text?

    <p>1-4 ml</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential interaction with the herb mentioned in the text?

    <p>Antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the energetics of the herb mentioned in the text?

    <p>Cooling and drying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage for using the herb in a bath?

    <p>50g in 10L water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the folk medicine uses of the herb mentioned in the text?

    <p>Digestive tract issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential caution for using the herb mentioned in the text?

    <p>Allergy to the Asteraceae family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage for using the herb topically?

    <p>Varies depending on application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a reference mentioned in the text?

    <p>The Herbalist's Guide by Michael Tierra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended maximum weekly dosage for the herb mentioned in the text?

    <p>80ml</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential interaction with the herb mentioned in the text?

    <p>Antifungals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended maximum weekly dosage for the tincture mentioned in the text?

    <p>4-8 ml</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage for using the herb topically?

    <p>1-4 ml</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is chamomile commonly used for in topical applications?

    <p>Promoting wound healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the energetics of the herb mentioned in the text?

    <p>Cooling and drying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which family does chamomile belong to?

    <p>Asteracea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the medicinal uses/indications of chamomile?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage for chamomile infusion?

    <p>1-3 tsp/cup water, steep 3-5 mins, covered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which constituent of chamomile inhibits leukotriene B4 production in neutrophils?

    <p>Azulene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pharmacological action of chamomile's volatile oils?

    <p>Inhibit lipoxygenase and cyclooxygenase activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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