Does anyone know if Planetary Herbals Calm Child is a safe formula to use on children?

If it is made for a child then it is probably safe. You could check with a herbalist or a naturalpath just to be 100% sure

Planetary Herbs is a company started by Michael Tierra, one of the foremost herbalists in the USA and in the world. So yeah, I think you could say he knows what he’s doing. The only herbs in this formula that could be problematic would be as follows (and as long as you do not exceed the recommended dosage, it is EXTREMELY doubtful there would be any problems with any of these.) 1) In some people licorice in excessive doses can cause diarrhea, cough or blood pressure spikes/high blood pressure. We’re talking about taking LOTS and LOTS of licorice or taking it every day, however. 2) Clove in excessive doses can be fatal, especially if it’s clove oil, but again we’re talking about excessive doses here. The amount your child would be getting in a capsule or three capsules or a teaspoon, with all the other herbs listed, is negligible. 3) Hawthorn berry is a cardiac regulator/cardiac stimulant/cardiac tonic/cardiac equilizer. As with any herb, there can be problems if it’s taken to excess, but you’re not talking about excess here, you’re talking about medically supervised doses or following the directions (I hope.) 4) Chamomile, catnip, lemon balm have a long, long history of use with children with no problem. They’re very mild and highly effective. Some herbal blends w/ long pepper or cassia or clove can taste “yucky” and burn one’s mouth if the child does not immediately swallow the capsule and allows it to dissolve in his or her mouth. Without having tasted this blend, I cannot tell you how spicy it is or isn’t, but as a parent, you want to insure it gets down his/her throat rather quickly. Herbs for Kids makes a great chamomile syrup for children. Why don’t you start with this, as it’s a simple, it tastes great, kids like it and it’s highly effective for many, many children, and many, many conditions including anxiety and hyperactivity. I’ve got a bottle in my medicine chest right now. I don’t see a problem with anything else listed here, real or potential. Potassium Sorbate and Potassium Benzoate are preservatives that some parents prefer not to put into themselves or their children, especially children w/ hyperactivity issues or children on the Feingold diet. As a parent, you want to store this and all medicines out of your child’s reach, rather obviously…This becomes more important w/ herbs as they do not usually have childproof covers/bottles.