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Feverfew - what does it do and who is it used for?

Posted by Meri-Tuuli on October 31, 2005, at 5:44:24

I noticed that Linkage mentioned feverfew on the pbabble board and also here.

What does it do exactly?

I tried looking in wikipedia, but it didn't say much!

Thanks
Meri
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Re: Feverfew - what does it do and who is it used for?

Posted by linkadge on October 31, 2005, at 10:53:53

In reply to Feverfew - what does it do and who is it used for?, posted by Meri-Tuuli on October 31, 2005, at 5:44:24

Feverfew is usually used for migrane.

It's anti-migrane activity stems from its anti-inflamitory action, and its serotonin blocking properties.

It blocks 5-ht2a receptors like the tricyclics and atypical antipsychotics. It has antianxiety properties and mild antidepressant properties.

I found that it could augment SSRI's in a similar manner to taking an atypical antipsychotic.

Linkadge

Re: Feverfew - what does it do and who is it used for?

Posted by Meri-Tuuli on October 31, 2005, at 11:43:56

In reply to Re: Feverfew - what does it do and who is it used for?, posted by linkadge on October 31, 2005, at 10:53:53

Thanks for the info.

I don't think I will be taking it anytime soon though!

Kind regards

Meri

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