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Oral Uses
- Migraine headache
Butterbur is an analgesic, reduces duration and severity; alleviates headache; used for prevention and treatment. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Respiratory allergy
Butterbur reduces respiratory allergy; alleviates hay fever symptoms. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Asthma
Butterbur is an antiasthmatic and expectorant; alleviates symptoms. It is efficient specially for allergic asthma. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Cramps and spasms
Butterbur is an antispasmodic; alleviates spasms. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- General pain
Butterbur is an analgesic, antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory; alleviates pain. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Muscle pain
Butterbur is an analgesic, antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory; alleviates pain. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Back pain
Butterbur is an analgesic, antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory; alleviates pain. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
Oral Actions
- Action - Anti-inflammatory
Butterbur is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Antispasmodic
Butterbur is an antispasmodic; alleviates spasms. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Analgesic
Butterbur is an analgesic; alleviates pain. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Antiasthmatic
Butterbur is an antiasthmatic; alleviates asthma symptoms. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Antilithic (kidney stones)
Butterbur is an antilithic for kidney stones; may help to expel kidney stones; prevents kidney stone formation. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Diuretic
Butterbur is a diuretic; increases and promotes urine flow. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Anticatarrhal
Butterbur is a diuretic; increases and promotes urine flow. Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses, for many months.
Topical Uses
- Burns
Butterbur is an anti-inflammatory and demulcent; relieves pain and soothes the skin. Apply butterbur containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
- Eczema
Butterbur is an anti-inflammatory and demulcent; relieves pain and soothes the skin. Apply butterbur containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
- General skin conditions
Butterbur is an anti-inflammatory and demulcent; relieves pain and soothes the skin. Apply butterbur containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
- Insect bites
Butterbur is an anti-inflammatory; relieves pain. Apply butterbur containing topical preparation daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
- Skin ulcers
Butterbur is an anti-inflammatory and demulcent; relieves pain and soothes the skin. Apply butterbur containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.
Recommended Dosage
Take 100-200 mg of standardized and pyrrolizidine alkaloids free butterbur extract daily, containing 15-30 mg of petasin, in divided doses for many months.
Cautions & Side Effects
There is no known safety problems if pyrrolizidine alkaloids free extract is used at suggested dosage. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Do not use with children or if you have severe liver or kidney conditions.
Available Forms
Butterbur is available in tablet, capsule, extract, tincture, powder and bulk form.
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