Headache Complex 450 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by TerraVita Premium Collection
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First and foremost: checking Headache Complex 450 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Headache Complex 450 mg is a dietary supplement by TerraVita Premium Collection with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for migraine prevention, headache, fever (traditional).Based on those ingredients, 929 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Feverfew. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Headache Complex 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection
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What’s inside
Low disclosure
This product contains two active ingredients: white willow and feverfew, blended together in a 450 mg capsule. White willow has traditionally been used for pain and inflammation, while feverfew is commonly taken for headache support.
The capsule itself is made from gelatin and water.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The data we have on feverfew for tension headache shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate how well it works. We don't hold effectiveness information for white willow in this product.
That doesn't mean either ingredient is ineffective—it means the evidence strong enough to make a confident claim isn't established in our data.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Feverfew is generally well tolerated in the short term, though it can cause allergic reactions and mouth irritation in some people. Common side effects include stomach upset (nausea, heartburn, diarrhea, bloating, constipation, abdominal pain) and skin rash in sensitive individuals.
Chewing fresh feverfew leaves causes more mouth problems than commercial preparations do. One thing to know: if you've taken feverfew long-term and stop, you might experience post-feverfew syndrome—anxiety, headaches, and sleep problems.
The safety data advises against using feverfew during pregnancy, as it may stimulate the uterus and its safety is not established. There isn't enough reliable safety information to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you start, double-check if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (Moderate severity)—feverfew may increase bleeding risk. Also flag any medications metabolized by liver enzymes CYP2C19, CYP2D6, CYP1A2, CYP2C9, CYP3A4, or CYP2C8 (Moderate severity)—feverfew may theoretically raise their levels, though this hasn't been reported in humans yet.
Your doctor or pharmacist can help you determine if any of your medications fall into these categories.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take blood thinners, antiplatelet drugs, or medications metabolized by the liver enzymes this product may affect, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting. Feverfew is generally well tolerated short-term but can cause stomach upset and mouth irritation.
Avoid it during pregnancy, and discuss breastfeeding use with your healthcare provider. This is a good conversation to have with your own doctor or pharmacist before you begin.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 21, 2023.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Headache Complex 450 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | TerraVita Premium Collection |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 064435129347 |
| Net contents | 100 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 21, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 289948 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Headache Complex 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 450 mg | -- |
| White Willow | 0 NP | -- |
| Feverfew | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Water
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FDA Statement of Identity
A Dietary Supplement
Brand IP Statement(s)
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions Take 1 capsule, 3 times daily, with meals.
General Statements
TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium natural products that use the finest, purest and most potent ingredients in the world. TerraVita's hallmarks are the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All products are prepared with the greatest quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, right up to the moment your product is sealed for freshness and shipped to you.
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Formula
Feverfew and white willow bark
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Headache Complex 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Headache Complex 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Proprietary Blend
- › White Willow
- › Feverfew
Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Headache Complex 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Headache Complex 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection interacts with medications through its feverfew content.
Feverfew may inhibit several liver enzymes (CYP2C19, CYP2D6, CYP1A2, CYP2C9, CYP3A4, and CYP2C8), which could theoretically raise levels of drugs metabolized by those pathways—these are Moderate-severity interactions documented in laboratory research, though not yet reported in humans. The most serious concern is with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin or aspirin), where feverfew might increase bleeding risk through additive effects; lab research suggests it may inhibit platelet clumping, and one case report noted vaginal bleeding in a patient taking high-dose feverfew.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Although these enzyme interactions haven't caused documented problems in people yet, the theoretical risk is real. Drugs metabolized by these six liver pathways include many common medications—antidepressants, heart drugs, pain relievers, and others.
White willow, the other active ingredient, could not be checked because we hold no interaction data for it.
Although these enzyme interactions haven't caused documented problems in people yet, the theoretical risk is real. Altogether, these interactions span 930 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Headache Complex 450 mg interact with 929 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 2 ingredients in Headache Complex 450 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Feverfew
Ado-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Feverfew + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might have additive effects and increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Feverfew + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Feverfew + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Feverfew + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Feverfew + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Read the full Feverfew + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Feverfew + Acalabrutinib interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might have additive effects and increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Feverfew + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might have additive effects and increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Headache Complex 450 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FeverfewCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Feverfew + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Headache Complex 450 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Feverfew
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, feverfew might have additive effects and increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Laboratory research suggests that feverfew may inhibit platelet aggregation. Additionally, in one case report, a 36-year-old patient taking feverfew 2400 mg daily for 3 months experienced vaginal bleeding and a prolonged menstrual cycle, with a modest increase in partial thromboplastin time (PTT) and prothrombin time (PT).
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Laboratory research shows that feverfew might inhibit CYP1A2. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
Laboratory research shows that feverfew might inhibit CYP2C19. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C8 (Cyp2C8) Substrates
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C8.
Laboratory research shows that feverfew might inhibit CYP2C8. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Laboratory research shows that feverfew might inhibit CYP2C9. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Laboratory research shows that feverfew might inhibit CYP2D6. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, feverfew might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Laboratory research shows that feverfew might inhibit CYP3A4. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
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TerraVita Premium Collection
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- TerraVita Fine Whole Herbs
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- Brampton
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- Ontario
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Headache Complex 450 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
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The 18 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Feverfew 18 references
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Awang DVC. Prescribing therapeutic feverfew (Tancetum pathrnium (L.) Schultz Bip., syn. Chrysanthemumparthenium (L.) Bernh). Int Med 1998;1:11-3.
- Heptinstall S, Groenewegen WA, Spangenberg P, Loesche W. Extracts of feverfew may inhibit platelet behaviour via neutralization of sulphydryl groups. J Pharm Pharmacol 1987;39:459-65. PubMed
- Heptinstall S, White A, Williamson L, Mitchell JR. Extracts of feverfew inhibit granule secretion in blood platelets and polymorphonuclear leucocytes. Lancet 1985;1:1071-4. PubMed
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