Root as powder
For osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis: 4.5–10 g of powdered root per day, divided into 2–3 doses, dissolved in water or juice. This corresponds to roughly 50–100 mg of harpagoside daily.
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Medicinal & Therapeutic Herbs
Devil's claw root powder
Harpagophytum procumbens (Burch.) DC. ex Meisn.
Also known as: devil's claw, harpago, grapple plant, woodspider, Harpagophytum procumbens, arpagofyto (transliteration).
Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a plant native to southern Africa, particularly the Kalahari Desert, Namibia and Botswana. Its root powder is among the best-documented plant materials for arthritic pain, osteoarthritis and low back pain.
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Last updated: October 2026
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Send a message(+30) 2610 221354What it is
Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a plant native to southern Africa, particularly the Kalahari Desert, Namibia and Botswana. Its root powder is among the best-documented plant materials for arthritic pain, osteoarthritis and low back pain. The name "devil's claw" comes from its distinctive fruits, covered in grapple-like hooked protrusions.
Key properties
Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, bitter digestive tonic. The character of the root is defined by iridoid glycosides, with harpagoside as the principal marker.
Uses
Who it is for
For symptomatic relief of arthritic pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, low back pain and lumbago, as well as for dyspepsia without heartburn thanks to its bitter character.
Common uses
In regular daily use for musculoskeletal complaints — the action is cumulative and usually assessed after 2–4 weeks of continuous use, not immediately. In smaller amounts before meals, as a bitter to stimulate digestion.
Key benefits attributed to it
- Arthritic pain. The principal documented use of the herb. Harpagoside and the accompanying iridoids are linked to reduced joint pain intensity over several weeks of regular use.
- Osteoarthritis. Relief of symptoms of joint wear, particularly knee and hip. The EMA/HMPC monograph lists it among traditional herbal medicines for mild musculoskeletal complaints.
- Low back pain. Back pain is among the best-documented indications for devil's claw in the modern phytotherapy literature.
- Rheumatoid arthritis. Supportive use in inflammatory joint conditions, targeting stiffness and morning "locking".
- Stiffness and mobility. Beyond pain, regular use is associated with improved range of motion and reduced stiffness after periods of immobility.
- Dyspepsia without heartburn. At smaller amounts it acts as a digestive bitter: stimulating gastric secretions and bile, helping with heaviness after meals.
- Appetite tone. The bitter taste of the root is the classic indication of bitter herbs for reduced appetite — taken shortly before a meal.
Herbal combinations
For arthritic pain, traditionally with white willow and turmeric for complementary profiles of action. With nettle leaf as a tea for rheumatic complaints. As a digestive bitter it combines with gentian and dandelion.
Preparation and dosage
Root as decoction
Simmer 1 teaspoon of powder in 1 cup of water for 10–15 minutes. Drink in 2–3 doses per day.
As a digestive bitter
A smaller amount, roughly 0.5–1 g of powder, 15–30 minutes before a meal.
Duration
For musculoskeletal complaints: cycles of 8–12 weeks. If there is no improvement after 4 weeks of regular use, reassessment by a health professional is needed.
The amounts given are indicative, based on traditional use and published phytotherapy literature. For prolonged use or if you are on medication, consult a qualified health professional.
Precautions
As a bitter herb, it is not taken by people with stomach ulcers, heartburn or gastritis — it stimulates gastric acid secretion. People with gallstones should consult a doctor before use. It is contraindicated in pregnancy because of possible oxytocic action; not recommended during breastfeeding. It may enhance the effect of anticoagulants (warfarin) and affect glucose levels — monitoring is required under antidiabetic therapy. Possible interaction with antiarrhythmics and drugs metabolised by CYP2C9 and CYP3A4. Not given to children under 18 without medical direction. Discontinue at least 2 weeks before surgery.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly does it work?
It is not immediate. The effect on arthritic pain is cumulative and is usually assessed after 2–4 weeks of regular daily use. If there is no difference after 4 weeks, reassessment is needed.
How much powder do I take for osteoarthritis?
4.5 to 10 g per day, divided into 2–3 doses in water or juice. Start at the lower end and increase gradually, so you can see how your stomach tolerates it.
Why is it unsuitable for people with ulcers or heartburn?
Because it is a bitter herb: it stimulates gastric acid secretion. That helps digestion but aggravates ulcers, gastritis and reflux. This is why devil's claw is taken with food when the stomach is sensitive.
Selected bibliography:
- European Medicines Agency, Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products. European Union herbal monograph on Harpagophytum procumbens DC. and/or Harpagophytum zeyheri Decne., radix.
- ESCOP Monographs. Harpagophyti radix.
- WHO monographs on selected medicinal plants. Radix Harpagophyti.
- Commission E Monographs. Harpagophyti radix.
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