Cat's Claw by Herb Pharm – Traditional Immune Support Liquid Extract
Cat's Claw liquid extract by Herb Pharm is an herbal supplement made from the inner bark of Uncaria tomentosa, a vine native to tropical Central and South America. This single-herb preparation features responsibly wildcrafted bark from the Peruvian Amazon and is traditionally used for immune support.
Herb Pharm prepares the bark by harvesting, sun-drying, and removing the outer layer before extraction. The result is a cat's claw tincture with a distinctly sour, bitter, astringent flavor. It comes in 30 mL and 120 mL bottles, providing a liquid alternative for adults who prefer not to swallow herbal capsules.
Key Cat's Claw Benefits
- Offers a single-herb option for adults interested in traditional immune-support practices, with cat's claw as the only functional botanical.
- Provides a broad-spectrum inner bark preparation rather than an isolated plant compound, preserving the identity of this traditional Amazonian herb.
- Uses responsibly wildcrafted Peruvian bark, with a clearly identified species and plant part for informed herbal supplement selection.
How Cat's Claw Works
This inner bark extract carries constituents from the bark into a liquid mixture of cane alcohol, water, vegetable glycerin, and vinegar. Alcohol and water extract different kinds of plant constituents; the finished preparation therefore differs from simply adding ground bark to a drink. Cat's claw naturally contains alkaloids and polyphenols, but this formula does not declare a standardized amount of either group.
The label distinguishes the extract's weight from its herb extraction rate: each 0.7 mL serving contains 647 mg of extract, prepared at 175 mg herb per serving. These describe different aspects of the preparation, not two separate active ingredients. Its dry herb-to-extraction-liquid ratio is 1:4.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Cat's Claw inner bark (Uncaria tomentosa) extract: The traditional immune-support botanical in this formula supplies a mixture of naturally occurring alkaloids and polyphenols. Herb Pharm uses the inner bark rather than the leaves or roots, providing a whole-botanical preparation instead of a purified or separately standardized constituent.
Cat's Claw Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking a single-herb supplement within a practitioner-guided herbal routine.
- People who prefer a gluten-free liquid supplement that can be diluted in water or juice.
- Adults comfortable with an alcohol-containing, bitter herbal extract; this is not an alcohol-free preparation.
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Recommendation: SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING. Adults: Add 1 squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 2 to 4 times per day. Best taken between meals.
Serving Size: 0.7 mL
Servings Per Container: 30 mL bottle: about 42; 120 mL bottle: 168
Cat's Claw inner bark (Uncaria tomentosa) extract ... 647 mg †
† Daily Value (DV) not established
Responsibly Wildcrafted
Extraction rate 175 mg herb per 0.7 mL.
Dry herb / menstruum ratio: 1 : 4
Other Ingredients: certified organic cane alcohol (62-72%), distilled water, certified organic vegetable glycerin & certified organic vinegar.
Does Not Contain: Gluten-Free
Storage: Store away from heat & light.
Additional precautions: Avoid cat's claw during pregnancy unless your healthcare professional specifically advises otherwise. Breastfeeding safety is uncertain. Ask your practitioner before use if you have an autoimmune condition, take medicines or other supplements, or have surgery planned. Potential interactions include anticoagulants, antiplatelet medicines, blood pressure medicines, and medicines that suppress the immune system. Do not use after an organ transplant or skin graft while taking immunosuppressants. Cat's claw may affect blood clotting. Tell your clinician about its use before nuclear medicine testing. This extract contains alcohol.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cat's Claw
What are the benefits of Cat's Claw?
Cat's Claw is traditionally used as an immune-support herb. Herb Pharm's version contains one functional botanical: responsibly wildcrafted Uncaria tomentosa inner bark from Peru. It offers a liquid, gluten-free option rather than a capsule or a multi-herb blend. Each 0.7 mL serving supplies 647 mg of extract, with an extraction rate of 175 mg herb per serving. Choose it for its specific botanical identity and preparation, not as a substitute for medical care.
Who should take Cat's Claw?
This preparation is intended for adults who want a single-herb liquid within an individualized supplement routine. It suits people comfortable diluting a bitter, alcohol-containing extract in water or juice. It is not an alcohol-free option or a children's formula. Pregnancy, attempts to become pregnant, breastfeeding, autoimmune conditions, medication use, and planned surgery all require professional guidance before considering cat's claw. Both bottle sizes contain the same per-serving amount; bottle size does not change the serving.
Are there any side effects of taking Cat's Claw?
Cat's claw can interact with medicines and is not appropriate for everyone. Seek expert medical advice before taking during pregnancy or if trying to become pregnant. Keep Out of the Reach of Children. Breastfeeding safety is uncertain. Ask a practitioner before use with autoimmune conditions, planned surgery, anticoagulants, antiplatelet medicines, blood pressure medicines, immune-suppressing medicines, or other supplements. Cat's claw may affect clotting and immune activity. This extract also contains 62-72% cane alcohol, which matters when alcohol avoidance is necessary.
How does Cat's Claw support overall health?
Cat's Claw's role is a traditional botanical addition to an adult wellness routine, rather than a source of essential vitamins or minerals. Herb Pharm extracts the inner bark into a mixture that includes alcohol, water, glycerin, and vinegar. The bark supplies its characteristic plant constituents, including alkaloids and polyphenols. Keep its role specific: it complements an individualized herbal plan and does not replace nutritious food, adequate rest, prescribed medicines, or evaluation of a health concern.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.