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Uncaria tomentosa
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
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Cat's claw is a tropical vine native to the Amazon rainforest, named for its hook-like thorns that resemble cat claws. It has been used by indigenous Amazonian peoples for over 2,000 years for inflammation, infections, and digestive complaints. It contains unique oxindole alkaloids with immune-modulating properties.
Cat's claw is a tropical vine native to the Amazon rainforest, named for its hook-like thorns that resemble cat claws. It has been used by indigenous Amazonian peoples for over 2,000 years for inflammation, infections, and digestive complaints. It contains unique oxindole alkaloids with immune-modulating properties. Key active compounds include Pentacyclic oxindole alkaloids, Quinovic acid glycosides, Proanthocyanidins.
Pentacyclic oxindole alkaloids, along with Quinovic acid glycosides and Proanthocyanidins, are the primary bioactive compounds in Cat's Claw. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, stimulates digestive enzyme secretion and GI motility, modulates immune cell activity and cytokine production.
Osteoarthritis
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Rheumatoid arthritis
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Immune system support
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Digestive inflammation
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Viral infections
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Anti-inflammatory
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Immune booster
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Digestive aid
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Immunosuppressants | Moderate | Cat's claw stimulates immune function and may counteract immunosuppressive medications. |
| Antihypertensives | Mild | Cat's claw may have mild blood pressure-lowering effects that are additive with antihypertensives. |
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