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Uncaria tomentosa
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.
| 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. |