Cat's Claw | Medicinal Plant in Akhdar Encyclopedia
Studies have shown preliminary results regarding inflammation and immunity. These results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
cat's claw
Latin name
Uncaria tomentosa
Common names
cat's claw
foreign names
Uncaria tomentosa
The group
Rubiaceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
Amazon
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Rubiaceae family, the scientific name Uncaria tomentosa is adopted as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
bark and root
chemical components
oxindole alkaloids
Properties and medical uses
Studies have shown preliminary results regarding inflammation and immunity.
These results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations from the bark and root may be available as tea, powder, or standardized extract depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary radically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
Caution is advised when using immunosuppressants, blood pressure medications, and anticoagulants.
Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
Amazon
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and the requirements of the Uncaria tomentosa species are taken into account, with the acquisition of botanically certified propagation material and avoidance of collecting threatened wild species.
History and Heritage
Amazon.
This traditional use illustrates the historical context and does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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