Herbs

Feverfew

Also called: tanacetum parthenium

A daisy-family plant.

Why people take it
Migraine prevention.
What the evidence says
Mixed evidence.
How it is usually taken
Usually 50 to 150 mg of dried leaf a day for migraine prevention.
Be careful
Mouth sores; stopping suddenly can cause rebound headaches. Avoid in pregnancy.
Medicines it can interact with
May add to blood thinners; stopping suddenly can cause rebound headaches.

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Common questions

What is Feverfew?

A daisy-family plant.

Why do people take Feverfew?

Migraine prevention.

Does Feverfew work?

Mixed evidence.

How much Feverfew do people take?

Usually 50 to 150 mg of dried leaf a day for migraine prevention.

Is Feverfew safe?

Mouth sores; stopping suddenly can cause rebound headaches. Avoid in pregnancy.

Does Feverfew interact with medicines?

May add to blood thinners; stopping suddenly can cause rebound headaches.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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