Java Tea (Cat's Whiskers)
Orthosiphon aristatus
A Southeast-Asian leaf brewed as a flushing diuretic for the kidneys and bladder.
Traditional use (tcm): A Southeast-Asian leaf brewed as a flushing diuretic for the kidneys and bladder.
A Southeast-Asian leaf brewed as a flushing diuretic for the kidneys and bladder.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A Southeast-Asian leaf brewed as a flushing diuretic for the kidneys and bladder.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Drink plenty of water; generally well tolerated.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Drink plenty of water; generally well tolerated.
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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