Chamomile helps with ADHD study

Observational study: Matricaria chamomilla may improve some symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

Niederhofer H

Phytomedicine, 2009

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ABSTRACT:

OBJECTIVE:
Noradrenaline and serotonin reuptake inhibitors have been proven to be effective in some cases of ADHD. In this open trial,Matricaria chamomilla, a serotonin and noradrealine reuptake inhibitor, actually used as an antidepressant, has been checked for this indication.

METHOD:
Three 14–16-year-old male psychiatric outpatients, diagnosed with attention-deficit disorder (ADHD) have been rated at baseline and while taking Matricaria chamomilla to determine its efficacy as a treatment for ADHD. Improvement was valuated using comparisons of Conners’ parent ratings.

RESULTS:
Patients’ mean scores improved for Conners’ hyperactivity, inattention and immaturity factors.

CONCLUSIONS:
Although the sample size is very small and therefore generalization is very difficult, this observation indicates that Matricaria chamomilla might be a slightly effective treatment also for ADHD.

CITATION:

Niederhofer H. Observational study: Matricaria chamomilla may improve some symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Phytomedicine. 2009;16(4):284-286.

Chamomile helps with ADHD study