Feverfew Herb Information

• Feverfew

Feverfew is an herbal supplement that is most commonly used for preventing migraines. This eMedTV resource explores how feverfew may work, explains what you should know before taking the supplement, and lists possible side effects that may occur.

• Feverfew Side Effects

Potential feverfew side effects include weight gain, loss of taste, and diarrhea. This part of the eMedTV library describes other possible side effects of feverfew and explains which side effects may require immediate medical attention.

• Feverfew Dosage

There is currently no standard feverfew dosage for the prevention of migraines. This page from the eMedTV Web site contains more feverfew dosing information and explains what doses were used when the herbal supplement was studied in clinical trials.

• Feverfew Drug Interactions

Blood thinners may cause feverfew drug interactions. As this eMedTV resource explains, since feverfew may increase the risk of bleeding, it may interfere with blood thinners. Feverfew may also increase the level of other drugs in the blood.

• Does Feverfew Work?

Many people may wonder, "Does feverfew work?" This article from the eMedTV archives explains what the herbal supplement is used for and describes the clinical studies that have been conducted on the safety and effectiveness of feverfew.

• Feverfew Safety

You may not be able to safely take feverfew if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This eMedTV segment provides other feverfew safety precautions and offers information on how you can choose a reliable feverfew product.

• Benefits of Feverfew

Feverfew is primarily used for preventing migraines, but it can also be used for treating other conditions. This eMedTV Web page further discusses the benefits of feverfew and offers information on how the herbal supplement works.

• Feverfew Overdose

A feverfew overdose could increase your risk of bleeding. This portion of the eMedTV library describes other possible symptoms of an overdose and explains what treatment will most likely be used for cases of feverfew overdose.

• Feverfew and Pregnancy

Women who are pregnant should generally avoid feverfew. This section of the eMedTV Web site offers a more in-depth look at feverfew and pregnancy, and discusses the possible risks of using the herbal supplement when pregnant.

• Feverfew and Breastfeeding

Researchers currently do not know whether it is safe for breastfeeding women to take feverfew. This eMedTV article contains more information on feverfew and breastfeeding, and explains why women are warned against breastfeeding while using the herb.