Composition
Per capsule: 240 mg of cryomilled flowering aerial parts of Eschscholtzia californica Chamisso (California Poppy).
Indications
- Palliative treatment of moderate symptoms of mental [STRESS], such as [NERVIOSISM] and [IRRITABILITY], and as a sleep aid in [INSOMNIA].
Its use is based exclusively on traditional use.
Posology
Dosage:
- Adults, oral:
* Stress: 2 capsules with breakfast and 2 with dinner.
* Insomnia: 2 capsules with dinner and 2 before bedtime.
If necessary, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 6 capsules a day.
If symptoms continue or worsen after one month's use of California poppy, it is advisable to consult a doctor or pharmacist.
- Children and adolescents under 18 years of age, oral: Safety and efficacy have not been evaluated.
Guidelines for correct administration
Take the capsules whole with a glass of water.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to California poppy.
Precautions
- GLAUCOMA]. Some monoamine oxidase inhibitory effect has been observed in in vitro tests. Although it is not known whether these effects can be extrapolated to humans, extreme caution is recommended in patients with glaucoma, as ocular pressure may be increased. In these patients, more frequent intraocular pressure checks are advisable. In case of any unexpected increase in intraocular pressure, discontinuation of treatment is recommended until the cause is clarified.
Patient advice
- Pregnant women should not use California poppy.
- If after one month of treatment the symptoms continue or worsen, it is advisable to consult a doctor and/or pharmacist.
- It is advisable not to drink alcohol during treatment.
- It may cause drowsiness, so caution is advised when driving.
- Insomnia in children should be treated only under medical prescription.
- Patients with glaucoma should have their intraocular pressure checked regularly.
Special warnings
- It is advisable to periodically assess intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma.
Interactions
- Alcohol. Alcohol may potentiate the sedative effects of California poppy. As a general recommendation, it is advisable to avoid the consumption of alcoholic beverages in people treated with sedative substances.
- Hypnotics. California poppy may potentiate the effects of other hypnotic drugs, such as benzodiazepines, opioid analgesics or H1-antihistamines.
Pregnancy
No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women are available. Allocriptopine in California poppy has oxytocic effects and could lead to miscarriages. It is recommended to avoid the use of California poppy during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
It is not known whether the components of California poppy are excreted in breast milk, and the possible consequences for the infant. It is advisable to discontinue breast-feeding or to avoid the use of California poppy during lactation. If used, it is advisable to monitor the child, and if excessive drowsiness occurs, it is advisable to discontinue treatment.
Children
Safety and efficacy in children and adolescents under 18 years of age have not been evaluated and therefore it is recommended to avoid its use. As a general rule, it should be kept in mind that insomnia in children is a symptom that should always be evaluated by a doctor before starting treatment, as it could be a symptom of a more serious disease.
Elderly
Although no specific problems have been reported in the elderly, it is advisable to use sedative plants such as California poppy with great caution, as the drowsiness they cause could lead to falls, with the consequent risk of fracture.
Effects on driving
May substantially affect the ability to drive and/or operate machinery. Patients should avoid operating dangerous machinery, including automobiles, until they are reasonably certain that they are not adversely affected by the drug treatment.
Adverse reactions
No adverse reactions have been reported at the recommended doses.
Overdose
Symptoms: No clinical experience of overdose with California poppy is available.
Treatment: Symptomatic treatment should be instituted.
