SAFE
Devil's Claw Root
Harpagophytum procumbens standardised
Possibly Safe
V1 Verified
Herbs & Botanicals
PubMed Studies
1
About
Standardised devil's claw (3% harpagoside) for lower back pain, OA, and appetite stimulation. Commission E approved.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Contains bioactive phytochemicals (alkaloids, terpenoids, polyphenols, or glycosides) modulating cellular signalling pathways. Primary mechanisms include enzyme inhibition, receptor modulation, and transcription factor activation relevant to documented clinical indications.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Peptic ulcers: avoid. Anticoagulant interaction. Gallstones: consult physician. Cardiac arrhythmia: caution.
🏷️ Other Names
Harpagophytum procumbens standardised