Overview

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.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for CAT'S FOOT overview.

Side Effects

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 and Warnings

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.

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.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for CAT'S FOOT overview.

Dosing

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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