Cat's Claw Bark (1oz)

Components in cat's claw are thought to block the body's production of inflammation producing substances and slightly reduce pain, but not the swelling that goes with typical arthritis.

The herb is also used for stomach ulcers, gastritis, eczema, "break-bone fever," and liver diseases. Recent clinical studies find that the herb is useful for relieving knee pain. Since the 1980's, cat's claw most common use in modern herbal medicine is an immune stimulant.

This herbs is also being studied for it benefits to HIV, Crohn's disease, multiple sclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus), and Alzheimer's disease.

Directions 1-2 teaspoons steeped in hot/boiling water 8-15 minutes.  Let the tea cool and drink.  Drink 1 cup 3 x daily.

Possible Interactions

Immunosuppressive medications

NSAIDs -- Cat's claw may protect against gastrointestinal damage associated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve).

Other medications -- Cat's claw may interact with the following medications:Anticoagulants (blood-thinning medication), Diuretics (water pills), Estrogens or progestins, including birth control pills, Antihypertensive (blood pressure) medication

Warnings  Women should avoid use of this herb when trying to get pregnant. It may be best to avoid use of this herb if you have any chronic health condition resulting from over-stimulation of the immune system, such as lupus, multiple sclerosis, scleroderma, or Show-gren's syndrome.

Not enough research on the effects on children; therefore childrens should only take this herb when under doctor's supervision.

This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.