Cat's foot (Antennaria dioica) is a flowering herb. Its fresh or dried flowers have been used to make medicine.
People use cat's foot for stomach disorders and water retention, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Be careful not to confuse cat's foot with cat's claw or cudweed. These are not the same.
Is It Effective?
There is interest in using cat's foot for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Is it Safe?
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if cat's foot is safe or what the side effects might be.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if cat's foot is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Allergy to ragweed, daisies, and related plants: Cat's foot may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae plant family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking cat's foot.
It is not known if Cat's Foot interacts with any medicines. Before taking Cat's Foot, talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
There are no known interactions with foods.
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of cat's foot might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
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