Herb guide › Butterbur
Butterbur
A perennial herb, Petasites hybridus, with very large rounded leaves and stout rhizomes. The leaves and rhizomes have a bitter, earthy, herbaceous character. Raw butterbur contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can cause serious liver injury. Traditionally used in European herbal medicine.
Traditionally used for
Migraine, Headache, Seasonal nasal discomfort, Allergy symptoms
Potential benefits
Migraine relief, headache wellness, anti-inflammatory, respiratory allergy symptoms
Ingredients
Butterbur, Petasites hybridus, PA-free butterbur root/rhizome extract only
Origin
Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France
How it is traditionally prepared
No homemade tea dosage; only use a certified PA-free commercial preparation according to its standardized label
Cautions and who should avoid it
Do not use raw or homemade butterbur tea. Only certified pyrrolizidine-alkaloid-free preparations should be considered; avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding; caution with liver disease; Only certified PA-free products should be considered.
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