Information on Feverfew
| Latin Name |
| Tanacetum parthenium |
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| Other Names |
| Chrysanthemum parthenium |
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| Herb Forms |
| Tablet, capsule, tincture, bulk herb. |
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| Dosages |
Powder: 3-6 capsules daily
Tincture: 1-2 droppersful 2 x daily |
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| Cautions |
| Some people have experienced mouth ulceration from eating fresh leaves. Avoid use of this herb during pregnancy. |
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| Botanical Information |
| A common aromatic garden plant of the Aster family with delicate leaves and small daisy-like flowers with white petals and a yellow center. |
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| Description |
Feverfew is commonly used in Europe for its anti-inflammatory properties; it is mainly recommended for migraine headaches and arthritis. Double-blind studies conducted with feverfew support its effectiveness for these conditions. It has also been used for psoriasis and premenstrual syndrome, as well as for colds, fever, and flu. It moves the blood and stimulates the appetite.
Feverfew has a taste of BITTER, AROMATIC and a temperature of COOL. |
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| References |
| Newall, C. et al.. 1996. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.
Leung, A. and S. Foster. 1996. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients. New York: J. Wiley & Sons.
Wren, R.C. 1988. Potter's New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs. Essex: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.
Reynolds, J., ed. 1993. Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.
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Ailments treated by Feverfew
| Ailment |
Treatment Support |
Application |
| Arthritis |
antiinflammatory |
tablet, capsule, fresh leaf, tincture |
| Migraine headache |
anti-inflammatory |
tincture, tablet, capsule, fresh leaf |
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