Herb Pharm Cat's Claw
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165]
Our assessment
Our assessment: The evidence for Cat's Claw is limited compared to more thoroughly researched supplements. You should be cautious, as the data from the FDA shows a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for this product category, but specific data on Cat's Claw's effectiveness for any condition is not available in the provided information [FDA data].
How it works
The data on how Cat's Claw works is not available in the provided information. You should understand that without a confirmed mechanism of action from the NIH ODS data, the claims about how this herb functions in the body are unsubstantiated by the sources we are using.
Safety profile
Safety profile: The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports related to this product [FDA data]. Specific side effects for Cat's Claw, including the number of reports for each, are not available from the FDA data provided. You should be aware that the high number of total reports signals a need for caution, though the data does not specify which side effects are linked to this particular ingredient.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Because specific data on Cat's Claw's benefits, mechanisms, and side effects are not available from the provided sources, we cannot make a confident recommendation. You should consult with your healthcare provider before using this supplement, and you should not rely on it as a substitute for proven medical treatments.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 4.0 Fluid Ounce(s) 120.0 mL |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide