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Feverfew | Tanacetum parthenium

 

 

Feverfew has traditionally been used for*:

Migraine headaches

Fever

Stomach aches

Menstrual pain

Arthritis pain

Labour pain during childbirth (but avoid during pregnancy)

Infertility

Insect bites

 

Side effects and contraindications

Women who are pregnant should not use feverfew because it may cause the uterus to contract, increasing the risk of miscarriage or premature delivery.

Some people can have allergic reactions to feverfew. Those who are allergic to other members of the daisy family (which includes ragweed and chrysanthemums) are more likely to be allergic to feverfew

The fresh leaves can cause mouth ulcers with certain sensitive individuals

Adult tincture dosage:

Based on a tincture with a 1:3 herb to alcohol ratio take 2ml to 4ml three times a day

*Naturopaths treat the whole person not just the disease or condition. That's why you cannot use this site for diagnosis or treatment. The information we provide should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice or treatment. We recommend that you visit a qualified naturopath or find a GP who is sympathetic to a naturopathic approach

 

Seek a professional herbalist.

Follow this link for the Association of Master Herbalists

Organic feverfew herb

Buying Feverfew

 

If you wish to buy organic feverfew tincture

Try www.organic-herbal-remedies.co.uk

Information on Feverfew

 

If you are looking for information on feverfew

Try www.naturopathic-health.co.uk

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