Abstract
Various types of headache, such as tension, migraine, and cluster headaches, cause widespread morbidity. Herbal medicines have long held a place of importance in remedying headaches effectively and safely. This article discusses herbs used for headaches, including camphor, Capsicum spp. (cayenne), Ginkgo biloba (ginkgo), Juniperus communis (juniper), Melaleuca leucodendron (cajeput), Mentha × piperita (peppermint), Petasites hybridus (butterbur), Piscidia piscipula (Jamaica dogwood), Pueraria montana var lobata (kudzu), Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary), Salix spp. (willow), Sinapis alba (mustard), Syzygium aromaticum (clove), Tanacetum parthenium (feverfew), and Zingiber officinale (ginger).
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