bisabolol and Attention-Deficit-Disorder-with-Hyperactivity

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.. 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.. Patients' mean scores improved for Conners' hyperactivity, inattention and immaturity factors.. 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.

Topics: Adolescent; Adrenergic Antagonists; Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity; Humans; Male; Matricaria; Monocyclic Sesquiterpenes; Observation; Oils, Volatile; Phytotherapy; Plant Extracts; Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors; Sesquiterpenes