Devil's Claw
Harpagophytum procumbens
A southern African root with reasonable evidence for easing osteoarthritis and low-back pain.
Traditional use (african-diaspora): A southern African root with reasonable evidence for easing osteoarthritis and low-back pain.
A southern African root with reasonable evidence for easing osteoarthritis and low-back pain.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A southern African root with reasonable evidence for easing osteoarthritis and low-back pain.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Can irritate the stomach, affect blood sugar and heart rhythm, and interact with blood thinners.
- Stomach ulcers
- Pregnancy
Can irritate the stomach, affect blood sugar and heart rhythm, and interact with blood thinners.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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