tincture of matricaria at a glance
Medicine class
Traditional herbal medicinal product
Usual role
Symptomatic relief of discomfort and other symptoms associated with teething
Evidence basis
Traditional use only; a specific pharmacological effect has not been established
Administration
Oral powder placed gradually on the front of the tongue while the infant is upright
What is tincture of matricaria used for?
The selected UK product is registered for traditional use in teething infants.
Relief of teething pain
Relief of sore or tender gums, flushed cheeks and dribbling associated with teething
How does tincture of matricaria work?
The exact mechanism responsible for any relief is not established. The product is registered based on longstanding traditional use; product-specific pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic studies are not required for this registration type.
How to take tincture of matricaria
Use only as an oral powder and follow the package leaflet. Hold the infant upright, place the powder slowly on the front of the tongue a little at a time, and allow it to dissolve fully.
Do not give the powder while the infant is lying flat.
The selected product is intended only for teething infants.
It is not recommended for infants younger than 3 months.
tincture of matricaria side effects
Common or expected effects
- Reported reactions have an unknown frequency and include hives, rash, contact sensitivity and lesions on the tongue.
Get urgent medical advice
- Allergic reactions may become severe. Obtain emergency help for swelling of the mouth or throat, breathing difficulty, collapse or reduced responsiveness.
- Excessive use may cause diarrhoea because the powder contains lactose.
tincture of matricaria in pregnancy
Pregnancy use is not applicable to the licensed product because it is intended only for teething infants. Evidence is insufficient to establish the safety of other oral chamomile preparations during pregnancy.
tincture of matricaria while breastfeeding
Breastfeeding use is not applicable because the product is given to the infant, not the breastfeeding parent. Evidence is insufficient to establish the safety of other oral chamomile preparations during breastfeeding.
tincture of matricaria interactions
No interactions are known for the selected licensed product.
Other medicines
Ask a pharmacist if the infant takes other medicines or herbal products and there is uncertainty.
Common questions about tincture of matricaria
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What is tincture of matricaria used for in babies?
The selected UK product is traditionally used to relieve teething pain, sore or tender gums, flushed cheeks and dribbling.
Is tincture of matricaria homeopathic?
No. The selected preparation is a registered traditional herbal product containing an extract of Matricaria recutita flower.
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