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Feverfew

To Prevent or Reduce the Intensity of Migraines

Standardised to 0.7% Parthenolides

Feverfew
Standardised Extract
90 tablets per pot

Each tablet contains 18mg of
4:1 Feverfew extract
(derived from 72mg of feverfew)

Standardised to:
0.7% Parthenolides

£8.45 per pot

V - Suitable for Vegetarians

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Feverfew: What is it ?

Feverfew comes from the same family of flowers as daisies and sunflowers. It closely resembles chamomile. It is the leaves of the feverfew plant which are used medicinally.

One UK study showed found that 50% of the feverfew
preparations it compared contained virtually none
of the active ingredient, parthenolide.

Always ensure that you buy Feverfew as a standardized extract as this guarantees potency.

Feverfew: Main Benefits

The active ingredient in feverfew is parthenolide. This compound helps control the dilation and constriction of blood vessels in the brain.

Some doctors think migraines occur when the blood vessels in the brain constrict and then rapidly dilate. This rapid change causes the release of chemicals that cause pain and inflammation. It is thought that feverfew prevents the rapid dilation of the blood vessels and therefore inhibits the release of these chemicals.

Feverfew must be taken over a long period and acts to reduce the frequency and ferocity of migraine attacks. It must be taken long term and used as a preventative. Simply popping a feverfew tablet when a migraine occurs will not relieve the migraine. Most migraine sufferers notice a decrease in migraine attacks after taking feverfew each morning for 2 or more months.

Many studies have been carried out that confirm the benefit of feverfew for migraine sufferers. Health authorities in many countries including Canada approve the use of feverfew for migraine prevention.

Feverfew: Lesser-Known Benefits

Feverfew has also been taken to treat menstrual cramps. It seems to inhibit the production of excess prostaglandins, which cause the pain and inflammation.

Feverfew: Ingredients

Active Ingredients per Tablet
Description	Quantity	RDA
Feverfew	18mg of 4:1 extract Equivalent to: 72 mg of feverfew Standardised to: 0.7% parthenolides	-
Inactive Ingredients
Dibasic Calcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Shellac (E904), Talc, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate

V - Suitable for Vegetarians

Feverfew: Recommended Usage

Take one or two tablets per day with food or as directed by your health professional.

Migraine studies have shown the importance of taking feverfew daily over a long period of time.

Suitable for vegetarians.

Side Effects and Drug Interactions:

Few side-effects, even when used long term. A small number of people may experience stomach upset, this can usually be relieved by taking your feverfew with food.

Feverfew may inhibit blood clotting, so consult your doctor before using it if you are taking anticoagulant drugs.

Pregnant women should not take feverfew as it could cause contractions of the uterus.

Women who ate breastfeeding should not take feverfew.