The parthenolide found in feverfew gives relief to muscle cramps and spasms. Feverfew is used by herbalists to treat and prevent migraines. It has been a popular remedy for migraine headaches. Feverfew is also effective for many other health problems.

Feverfew relaxes and soothes the muscles and is often used to treat muscle cramps. It proves to be very beneficial for the upper back muscles. Feverfew helps to alleviate premenstrual headaches, arthritis, headache pain, menstrual cramping and rheumatic pain.

Feverfew is found to be of great benefits to sufferers of seasonal allergies, hay fever, asthma and sinus. It is also a liver tonic and an aid to improve digestion and a poor appetite. Clinical studies have shown that feverfew is able to tone down the redness or blotchiness on the skin.

Feverfew is available as tablets, capsules, tea or tincture. The tablet or capsule usually has around 205 mcg of parthenolide. However, there are those who believe that tea from fresh feverfew is most effective. Usually it takes about four to six weeks before you can feel the effect. Standard dosage is 100 to 300 mg three to four times daily. Feverfew accomplishes all this with minimal side effects. Young children, pregnant and nursing women should avoid taking feverfew. It is safe when you do not take more than the recommended dosages. Side effects are usually mild such as upset stomach or nervousness.

With the increase in medical research and popularity of feverfew its medicinal values are becoming more acceptable. Feverfew is not a quick fix for migraines. It is best used to prevent recurring migraines over long period. However, studies by scientists at the University of Rochester Medical Center have found that feverfew extract can be used effectively to treat a type of leukemia in humans.