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'''Feverfew''' or '''tanacetum parthenium''' is a plant historically used as a natural treatment for [[fever]], [[headache]]s, itching, [[migraine#migraine_prevention|migraine prevention]], infertility, [[nausea]] and vomiting, toothache, [[inflammation]] and arthritis.<ref name="NCCIH" /><ref name="webmd">https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-933/feverfew</ref><ref name="drugscom">https://www.drugs.com/mtm/feverfew.html</ref> | '''Feverfew''' or '''tanacetum parthenium''' is a plant historically used as a natural treatment for [[fever]], [[headache]]s, itching, [[migraine#migraine_prevention|migraine prevention]], infertility, [[nausea]] and vomiting, toothache, [[inflammation]] and arthritis.<ref name="NCCIH" /><ref name="webmd">{{Cite web|url=https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-933/feverfew|title=FEVERFEW: Overview, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions, Interactions, Dosing and Reviews|website=www.webmd.com|language=en|access-date=2021-10-13}}</ref><ref name="drugscom">{{Cite web|url=https://www.drugs.com/mtm/feverfew.html|title=Feverfew Uses, Side Effects & Warnings|website=Drugs.com|language=en|access-date=2021-10-13}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/feverfew|title=Feverfew|last=|first=|authorlink=|last2=|first2=|authorlink2=|date=|website=[[National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health]]|language=en|archive-url=|archive-date=|url-status=|access-date=2021-10-13}}</ref> | ||
==Evidence == | ==Evidence == | ||
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==Other uses== | ==Other uses== | ||
There is very little evidence for other uses of feverfew.<ref name="webmd" /> | There is very little evidence for other uses of feverfew.<ref name="webmd" /><ref name=":0" /> | ||
==Theory== | ==Theory== | ||
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Feverfew side effects include: | Feverfew side effects include: | ||
* uterine contractions resulting in miscarriage or early labor in pregnancy | * uterine contractions resulting in miscarriage or early labor in pregnancy | ||
* allergic reactions which may include a [[skin rash]] | * allergic reactions which may include a [[skin rash|skin rash:]] people allergic to other members of the daisy family (Asteraceae family), including [[chamomile]], chrysanthemums, ragweed and yarrow, should avoid feverfew since they are more likely to be allergic to it | ||
* heartburn, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting | * [[heartburn]], upset stomach, [[nausea]], vomiting | ||
* gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation | * gas, bloating, [[diarrhea]], constipation | ||
* pounding heartbeats | * pounding heartbeats | ||
* headache, dizziness, feeling nervous; | * headache, [[dizziness]], feeling nervous; | ||
* [[insomnia]] and feeling tired | * [[insomnia]] and feeling tired | ||
* weight gain | * [[weight gain]] | ||
* joint stiffness; | * joint stiffness; | ||
*changes in | *changes in [[Menstrual cycle|menstrual periods]]<ref name="NCCIH" /> | ||
*easier bruising or bleeding including nosebleeds may also occur with feverfew<ref name="NCCIH" /><ref name="drugscom" /> | |||
==Costs and availability== | ==Costs and availability== | ||
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*[https://www.drugs.com/mtm/feverfew.html Feverfew] - drugs.com | *[https://www.drugs.com/mtm/feverfew.html Feverfew] - drugs.com | ||
*[https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-933/feverfew Feverfew] - WebMD | *[https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-933/feverfew Feverfew] - WebMD | ||
*[https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/feverfew Feverfew] - National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health | |||
*[https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/providers/digest/dietary-supplements-for-headaches-science Dietary Supplements for Headaches: What the Science Says] - National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health | *[https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/providers/digest/dietary-supplements-for-headaches-science Dietary Supplements for Headaches: What the Science Says] - National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health | ||
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[[Category:Supplements]] | [[Category:Supplements]] | ||
[[Category:Herbs]] | [[Category:Herbs]] | ||
[[Category:Alternative medicine]][[Category:Antipyretics]] | [[Category:Alternative medicine]] | ||
[[Category:Antipyretics]] | |||
[[Category:Antimigraine agents]] | [[Category:Antimigraine agents]] | ||
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Feverfew or tanacetum parthenium is a plant historically used as a natural treatment for fever, headaches, itching, migraine prevention, infertility, nausea and vomiting, toothache, inflammation and arthritis.[1][2][3][4]
Evidence[edit | edit source]
Migraine prevention[edit | edit source]
Evidence supporting feverfew supplements for migraine prevention is inconsistent and contradictory.[1] However, a recent clinical trial found that MIG-99, a more stable feverfew extract, appeared to benefit a minority of migraine patients.[1][5]
Other uses[edit | edit source]
There is very little evidence for other uses of feverfew.[2][4]
Theory[edit | edit source]
Clinicians[edit | edit source]
Risks and safety[edit | edit source]
Feverfew appears to be probably safe for use in adults who are not pregnant.[1]
Feverfew side effects include:
- uterine contractions resulting in miscarriage or early labor in pregnancy
- allergic reactions which may include a skin rash: people allergic to other members of the daisy family (Asteraceae family), including chamomile, chrysanthemums, ragweed and yarrow, should avoid feverfew since they are more likely to be allergic to it
- heartburn, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting
- gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation
- pounding heartbeats
- headache, dizziness, feeling nervous;
- insomnia and feeling tired
- weight gain
- joint stiffness;
- changes in menstrual periods[1]
- easier bruising or bleeding including nosebleeds may also occur with feverfew[1][3]
Costs and availability[edit | edit source]
Available over the counter, without perscription.[3]
See also[edit | edit source]
Learn more[edit | edit source]
- Feverfew - drugs.com
- Feverfew - WebMD
- Feverfew - National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
- Dietary Supplements for Headaches: What the Science Says - National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 "Dietary Supplements for Headaches: What the Science Says". National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Retrieved October 13, 2021.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "FEVERFEW: Overview, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions, Interactions, Dosing and Reviews". www.webmd.com. Retrieved October 13, 2021.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Feverfew Uses, Side Effects & Warnings". Drugs.com. Retrieved October 13, 2021.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Feverfew". National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Retrieved October 13, 2021.
- ↑ Sun-Edelstein, Christina; Mauskop, Alexander (March 2011). "Alternative Headache Treatments: Nutraceuticals, Behavioral and Physical Treatments: March 2011". Headache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain. 51 (3): 469–483. doi:10.1111/j.1526-4610.2011.01846.x.
