Devil's Claw Gel 98% Extra Strong, 500 ml, Made in Italy for Massage to Joints and Muscles, Natural Formula and Dermatologically Tested on Sensitive Skin - Dulàc Pharma

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Bhattacharya A and Bhattacharya SK. Anti-oxidative activity of Harpagophytum procumbens. Br J Phytother 1998;72:68-71. It’s caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood, which is formed when purines — compounds found in certain foods — break down ( 12).

Mahomed IM, Ojewole JAO. Oxytocin-like effect of Harpagophytum procumbens [Pedaliacae] secondary root aqueous extract on rat isolated uterus. Afr J Trad CAM 2006;3:82-89. Though test-tube and animal research indicates that devil’s claw can suppress inflammation, clinical studies to support its use for gout specifically are unavailable. Summary

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Ernst, E. and Chrubasik, S. Phyto-anti-inflammatories. A systematic review of randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trials. Rheum.Dis Clin North Am 2000;26(1):13-27, vii. View abstract. Of the small-scale studies that have been undertaken it seems devil’s claw may help reduce arthritis pain, improve mobility and reduce need for other pain relief. Also, some researchers suggest it may reduce uric acid, though the scientific evidence is limited. In one study, high doses of devil’s claw decreased uric acid levels in mice ( 21, 22). Brien, S., Lewith, G. T., and McGregor, G. Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) as a treatment for osteoarthritis: a review of efficacy and safety. J Altern Complement Med 2006;12(10):981-993. View abstract. Devil’s claw is often available as an ingredient within a product aimed at reducing muscle pain or arthritis-related symptoms. Some brands also provide devil’s claw on its own, 600mg of devil’s claw extract. You can find it in healthfood stores or online. How long does devil’s claw take to work?

Occhiuto, F., Circosta, C., Ragusa, S., Ficarra, P., and Costa, De Pasquale. A drug used in traditional medicine: Harpagophytum procumbens DC. IV. Effects on some isolated muscle preparations. J Ethnopharmacol. 1985;13:201-208. View abstract. These capsules are aimed at general relief of aches and pains in muscles and joints based on traditional use only. They are for short-term use only. They are recommended for adults, and you will want to take one capsule, twice a day.Also do not take devil's claw without medical advice if you are using any of the following medications:

Shaw D, Leon C, Kolev S, Murray V. Traditional remedies and food supplements: a 5-year toxicological study (1991-1995). Drug Saf 1997;17:342-56. View abstract.One high-quality study compared the level of pain improvement in participants randomly selected to receive devil’s claw with that of participants assigned to take phenylbutazone (an non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). Participants taking devil’s claw reported fewer side-effects and had slightly better pain improvement. We also have a similar product, Vitabiotics Devils Claw 30 Tablets which contains a slightly higher dose of extract per tablet.