Devil's Claw Herbal Remedies
Because of its anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity, devil's claw has had some success in the treatment of arthritis, as well as tendinitis and sprains. As a digestive stimulant, devil's claw is also a remedy for poor appetite and dyspepsia. The rhizome is also used for gout, lumbago, sciatica, muscle pain, and chronic itching of the skin. Devil's Claw has a taste of BITTER and a temperature of COOL.
Devil's Claw Proper Dose
| Type | Dossage |
| Devil's Claw Powder | 1 capsule 2-3 x daily |
| Devil's Claw Tincture | 10-40 drops 4 x daily |
Devil's Claw Reference Information
| Latin Name | Harpagophytum procumbens |
| Other Names | Grapple plant |
| Part Used | Rhizome |
| Herb Forms | Tincture, capsule, bulk herb, powder. |
| Affects | Immune system |
| Cautions | Contraindicated in gastric and duodenal ulcers. |
| Botanical Info | An herbaceous trailing perennial with red flowers and large fruiting pods. Native to Africa |
Supporting Research
Blumenthal, Mark et al. 1998. The Complete Commission E Monographs. Austin: American Botanical Council.
Newall, C. et al.. 1996. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.
Leung, A. and S. Foster. 1996. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients. New York: J. Wiley & Sons.