The Ungaria tomentosa, also known as Cat's Claw or One of Cat, is a medicinal plant used primarily in traditional medicine to support the immune system and fight inflammation and boost immunity.
Short Features
- Latin Name: Uncaria tomentosa
- Common Name: Cat's Claw, Una de Gato, Uña de Gato
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Development: This is a climbing plant that comes from the tropical forests of South America.
Chemical Composition
- Alkaloids: The main active substance is β-cyprine, along with other substances such as rhynchophyllineand hirsute.
- Glycosides: It also contains glycosides and phenolic compounds.
- Antioxidants: It is used for its antioxidant properties.
Pharmacological Actions and Properties
- Immunomodulatory Action: Strengthens the immune system, thereby helping the body respond better to infections and viruses.
- Anti-inflammatory Action: Helps reduce inflammation and symptoms associated with inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.
- Antibacterial and Antifungal Action: Used to fight infections.
- Antioxidant Action: Its antioxidant components help protect cells from oxidation.
- Analgesic Action: It can help relieve pain and discomfort due to inflammation or injuries.
Indications for Use
- Immune System: Ideal for strengthening the immune system.
- Inflammatory Conditions: Used to relieve inflammation, such as arthritis.
- Infections: Used to treat infections caused by bacteria or fungi.
- Antioxidant Support: In use to protect cells from damage due to oxidative stress.
- Pain Relief: Used to relieve pain associated with inflammatory diseases.
How to Use
10-20 drops in a little water or decoction, 1-2 times a day.
Precautions and Side Effects
- Side effects: Generally considered safe when used as directed, but may cause mild gastrointestinal problems, such as nausea or diarrhea in overdose.
- Interactions: It may interact with pharmaceutical preparations to enhance the immune system or anticoagulant drugs, therefore caution is required when using it in combination with other medications.
- Avoid during pregnancy & breastfeeding.
The Uncaria tomentosa (Cat's Claw) tincture It is a powerful medicinal herb with important medicinal properties, mainly for strengthening the immune system and fighting inflammation.
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