Tanaceti parthenii herba

The dried feverfew consisting of leaves, stems and flowers.

Quality is defined in the European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.).

HMPC monograph: Traditional-use: Prophylaxis of migraine, after exclusion of organic causes
ESCOP monograph: Migraine prophylaxis
Commission E: not processed

Empirical medicine: Fever, headache, migraine, stomach ache, toothache, against insect bites, induces menstruation, weak labor, promotes detachment of the placenta - therefore contraindication in pregnancy!

May change the bleeding time, do not combine with warfarin sodium!

Rarely inflammation of the oral mucosa, digestive complaints, slight gastrointestinal complaints, pain in the abdominal area.

Allergy potential! The main contact allergen is the sesquiterpene lactone parthenolide. Sensitizing potency: Strong. Frequency of sensitization: Occasional. Cross-reactivity exists to related composites such as chrysanthemum, tansy, daisy, yarrow and sunflower as well as laurel and Frullania.

Allergy to daisy flowers; no sufficient data available for children and adolescents under 18 years of age, as well as for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

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