Harpagophytum procumbens is mainly found in the eastern and south eastern parts of Namibia, Southern Botswana, and the Kalahari region of the Northern Cape, South Africa. (wikipedia.org)
Harpagophytum procumbens inhabits deep, sandy soils, and occurs in areas with low annual rainfall (150-300 mm/year). (wikipedia.org)
Harpagophytum procumbens suppresses lipopolysaccharide-stimulated expressions of cyclooxygenase-2 and inducible nitric oxide synthase in fibroblast cell line L929. (harvard.edu)
Extracts of the secondary tubers of Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) are recommended for the supportive treatment of degenerative painful rheumatism. (nih.gov)
There are a number of other species under the genus of Harpagophytum sold as Devil's Claw but they are not as effective as procumbens . (hiralabs.co.nz)
Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a plant originating in the Kalahari Desert in southern Africa. (ekoplanet.se)
Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens D.C.) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows exclusively in the Kalahari Desert, an arid region of southern Africa. (unisi.it)
The anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of Harpagophytum procumbens and harpagoside, its main iridoid glycoside, have largely been studied (1). (unisi.it)
Three samples of capsules containing Harpagophytum procumbens of different commercial origin were examined. (unisi.it)
Stringent controls should be performed in order to ensure quality among the products based on Harpagophytum procumbens. (unisi.it)
Harpagophytum procumbens is a plant species that displays anti-inflammatory properties in multiple tissues. (unich.it)
Tincture of Harpagophytum procumbens (Devils Claw) dried root, extracted in alcohol (66% v/v). (victoriahealth.com)
Harpagophytum (/ˌhɑːrpəˈɡɒfɪtəm/ HAR-pə-GOF-it-əm), also called grapple plant, wood spider, and most commonly devil's claw, is a genus of plants in the sesame family, native to southern Africa. (wikipedia.org)
Harpagophytum , a plant native to South Africa, has anti-inflammatory properties mainly at the joint level. (2012labo.fr)
Extract2
Considering these findings, the aim of the present work is to explore the possible protective role of the previously described microwave-assisted aqueous extract of Harpagophytum on rat hypothalamic (Hypo-E22) cells, and in rat cortex challenged with amyloid β-peptide (1-40). (unich.it)
Harpagophytum extract was well tolerated by Hypo-E22 cells and upregulated BDNF gene expression, but down-regulated TNF-α gene expression. (unich.it)
Pain1
Harpagophytum 6C is a homeopathic dilution of Harpagophytum that relieves minor aches and pain associated with arthritis. (boironusa.com)
Joint1
Cartilex with harpagophytum , helps maintain joint health, keep joints and tendons flexible. (2012labo.fr)
Effects3
2) hypothesized that these putative properties of Harpagophytum might be a consequence, at least in part, of its antioxidant effects. (unisi.it)
In this context, we assayed the protective effects induced by Harpagophytum by measuring the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), 3-hydroxykynurenine (3-HK), brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), and tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α, 3-hydroxy-kinurenine (3-HK). (unich.it)
Finally, we evaluated the effects of Harpagophytum treatment on cortex levels of dopamine (DA), norepinephrine (NE) and serotonin (5-HT). (unich.it)
Minor1
This graph shows the total number of publications written about "Harpagophytum" by people in Harvard Catalyst Profiles by year, and whether "Harpagophytum" was a major or minor topic of these publication. (harvard.edu)
Devils Claw1
NoBute is the leading herbal joint supplement for horses that contains only water, extract of Harpagophytum Procumbens (Devils Claw). (petdrugsonline.co.uk)
The aim of this work is to study of standardization parameters and pharmacological properties of Harpagophytum procumbens (H. procumbens) root dry extract. (uran.ua)
8. Analgesic, antiinflammatory and antidiabetic properties of Harpagophytum procumbens DC (Pedaliaceae) secondary root aqueous extract. (nih.gov)
Grapple plant1
Harpagophytum (/ˌhɑːrpəˈɡɒfɪtəm/ HAR-pə-GOF-it-əm), also called grapple plant, wood spider, and most commonly devil's claw, is a genus of plants in the sesame family, native to southern Africa. (wikipedia.org)
Although Harpagophytum procumbens (devil's claw), Salix alba (white willow bark), Symphytum officinale L. (comfrey), Solidago chilensis (Brazilian arnica), and lavender essential oil also seem to reduce pain more than placebo, evidence for these substances was of moderate quality at best. (medscape.com)
Africa4
Harpagophytum procumbens is mainly found in the eastern and south eastern parts of Namibia, Southern Botswana, and the Kalahari region of the Northern Cape, South Africa. (wikipedia.org)
Harpagophytum, often called "Devil's Claw", is a plant from south-east Africa. (bn-nutrition.ch)
Harpagophytum, also called "Devil's Claw ", is a plant from south-east Africa, particularly from the wild and arid regions of Namibia, Botswana and South Africa. (bn-nutrition.ch)
At a very early stage, various peoples from southern Africa used the lateral roots of harpagophytum for treating joint pains and digestive disorders. (bn-nutrition.ch)
Turmeric1
Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens), turmeric (Curcuma longa), and bromelain are nutraceuticals that have demonstrated anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties and may be potential solutions in the treatment of acute or chronic joint pain. (raysahelian.com)
Placebo1
In none of the double-blind studies was the incidence of adverse events during treatment with Harpagophytum procumbens higher than during placebo treatment. (nih.gov)
Herb1
Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is an herb. (medlineplus.gov)
Products2
Harpagophytum products are a treatment option for osteoarthritic and low back pain. (nih.gov)
Since the dosage used in most of the studies is at the lower limit and since long-term treatment with Harpagophytum products is advisable, more safety data are urgently needed. (nih.gov)
Herbal1
Harpagophytum procumbens traditional South African herbal remedy used for rheumatic conditions may be a safer treatment option. (hpathy.com)
Centuries2
Harpagophytum has been used for centuries as a medicinal plant to treat a wide range of illnesses, from digestive system disorders to infections and sores. (hpathy.com)