Butterbur is a plant that may have several medicinal benefits, such as treating allergies or migraines. This eMedTV article explores the possible benefits of this herbal supplement, discusses its effectiveness, and lists potential side effects.
Butterbur is claimed to be beneficial for conditions such as migraines, allergies, insomnia, and asthma. This eMedTV page lists other potential butterbur benefits, explores the possible effects of the product, and discusses its use in children.
Potential side effects of butterbur include headaches, fatigue, and diarrhea. This selection from the eMedTV Web library takes an in-depth look at these and other side effects, including problems that may require immediate medical attention.
Butterbur products appear to have several benefits, but does butterbur work? This eMedTV page explores the effectiveness of butterbur, lists some of its possible benefits, and describes the research that has been done on the supplement's effectiveness.
A safe and effective butterbur dosage for medicinal use has not been determined. As this eMedTV page explains, because a standard dose has not been established, people often follow the dosing directions on the label of their particular butterbur product.
Medicines that could cause drug interactions with butterbur include phenytoin, rifampin, and rifabutin. This eMedTV page lists other medications that may interact with butterbur products and describes the effects that may occur as a result.
Check with your doctor before using butterbur if you have certain medical conditions, such as liver disease. This eMedTV resource covers other important butterbur safety warnings and precautions, including possible side effects and who should avoid it.
You should seek immediate medical attention if you believe you have overdosed on butterbur. This part of the eMedTV library describes potential symptoms that may occur if you take too much butterbur and covers possible treatment options.
In general, women should avoid butterbur during pregnancy. Butterbur, as this eMedTV Web article explains, may increase the risk of birth defects or other problems. This page further discusses the possible risks of using this supplement when pregnant.
Women who are breastfeeding should generally avoid butterbur products. This page from the eMedTV Web site provides a more in-depth look at butterbur and breastfeeding, including information on how these supplements can be potentially dangerous.
