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Prima Una de Gato Liquid Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Allergy Research Group

Liquid Category: Botanical With Nutrients
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Prima Una de Gato Liquid is a dietary supplement by Allergy Research Group with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 962 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Cat's Claw bark (TOA-Free) extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Prima Una de Gato Liquid by Allergy Research Group

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (0.25 mL) without saying how much of each component you get.

Prima Una de Gato Liquid has 2 active ingredients: cat's claw bark extract (a proprietary blend preparation that's free of TOA alkaloids) and concentrated trace minerals. The cat's claw extract comes from the bark of the plant and is the main active component.

The product contains no inactive fillers or binders — what you get is just these actives in liquid form.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Cat's Claw's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Cat's Claw extract support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), inflammation, immune function, digestive health.
  • The closest evidence on file: Cat's Claw is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Cat's Claw is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

The evidence for cat's claw in this product hasn't been established for the conditions listed in our data. We hold insufficient reliable evidence to rate its use for allergic rhinitis (hay fever), Alzheimer disease, asthma, osteoporosis, cancer, and chronic fatigue syndrome.

If you're considering this product for a specific health goal, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the evidence supports that use.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Cat's Claw

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Cat's claw is generally well tolerated short-term in healthy adults, but how safe it is over the long haul hasn't been studied closely enough. You should avoid this product during pregnancy — it has a history of traditional use as an abortifacient and safety data is lacking.

Don't use it while breastfeeding either, because we don't have enough information to know it's safe. Some people in clinical trials experienced headache, fatigue, insomnia, and nerve-related side effects (neuropathy).

Blood cell counts (anemia, low white blood cells, low platelets) were also noted, though the trial involved cancer patients on no other treatment, so it's unclear whether cat's claw or the disease itself caused these. Several case reports link cat's claw to kidney injury; if you have lupus, a history of cancer, or kidney concerns, talk with your doctor before taking it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Cat's Claw

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Cat's Claw.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs.
  • For scale: 963 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you're on blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin or aspirin), blood pressure medications, Paxlovid, immunosuppressants, or drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 (a common liver enzyme). Cat's claw may increase bleeding risk, lower blood pressure further, reduce Paxlovid effectiveness, interfere with transplant or autoimmune medications, or change how your body processes certain drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is marketed for several conditions, but the evidence supporting its use isn't established in our data. More importantly, cat's claw interacts with blood thinners, blood pressure drugs, and several other medication types, so it's not something you should start without checking your current prescriptions first.

Before you take it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's appropriate for you and your medications.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 23, 2015.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Prima Una de Gato Liquid, straight from the product label.

Brand Allergy Research Group
Barcode (UPC) 713947750807
Net contents 1 fl. Oz.; 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 23, 2015
DSLD ID 54403
Product type Botanical With Nutrients
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), No Allergies
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Prima Una de Gato Liquid by Allergy Research Group, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
5 Drop(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
713947750807
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Blend0.25 mL--
Cat's Claw bark (TOA-Free) extract0 NP--
concentrated Trace Minerals0 NP--

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Label statements
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Formula

Cat's Claw extract (TAO-free), with added minerals.

Hypoallergenic

Ethanol content: 20-25%.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use As a dietary supplement, 1 to 5 drops one to three times daily on an empty stomach, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Put 1 to 5 drops in a glass, then add 4 ounces of pure water and wait one minute before drinking. Shake well before each use.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Use under medical supervision. Herxheimer's reaction may occur. Sensitive individuals may need to stay with 1 drop per day for an extended period of time and increase very gradually.

Not recommended for pregnant or nursing women or organ transplant recipients.

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

General

Rev. 006

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formulation

Free of detectable tetracyclic oxindole alkaloids (TOAs)

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Prima Una de Gato Liquid by Allergy Research Group label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Prima Una de Gato Liquid by Allergy Research Group

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Proprietary Blend

0.25 mL per serving
Interaction report

Prima Una de Gato Liquid by Allergy Research Group Drug Interactions

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962 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Prima Una de Gato Liquid with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Cat's Claw bark (TOA-Free) extract6 drug types · 962 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, cat's claw may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Cat's claw contains rhynchophylline and isorhynchophylline. Animal research suggests that these alkaloids can inhibit platelet aggregation. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, taking cat's claw with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Cat's claw contains rhynchophylline. In vitro and animal research suggests that rhynchophylline can lower blood pressure. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Calcium Channel Blockers

Theoretically, taking cat's claw with calcium channel blockers might increase the risk of hypotension.
Cat's claw contains various alkaloids, including rhynchophylline, isorhynchophylline, corynoxeine, and isocorynoxiene. Animal research suggests that these alkaloids can lower blood pressure by acting as calcium channel blockers. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, cat's claw might increase or decrease the levels and effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Cat's claw may affect the clearance of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4. In vitro research shows that cat's claw can inhibit CYP3A4 enzymes. In one case report, a patient taking cat's claw (at an unspecified dose) experienced increased serum levels of atazanavir, ritonavir, and saquinavir, all of which are CYP3A4 substrates. Levels returned to normal 15 days after discontinuation of the cat's claw supplement, suggesting inhibition of CYP3A4 by cat's claw. In contrast, animal research suggests that rhynchophylline, an alkaloid contained in cat's claw, induces CYP3A expression and accelerates the metabolism of nirmatrelvir, the active component in the nirmatrelvir/ritonavir combination product.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, cat's claw might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
In human and laboratory research, cat's claw has been shown to have immunostimulating activity. It stimulates phagocytosis and increases respiratory cellular activity and the mobility of leukocytes. Theoretically, this could interfere with the activity of immunosuppressant medications.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir (Paxlovid)

Theoretically, cat's claw may decrease the levels of nirmatrelvir.
Cat's claw contains rhynchophylline. Animal research suggests that this alkaloid induces CYP3A expression, thereby accelerating the metabolism of nirmatrelvir, the active component in the nirmatrelvir/ritonavir combination product. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Prima Una de Gato Liquid, from the product label.

Allergy Research Group

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Name
Allergy Research Group
City
Alameda
State
CA
ZipCode
94502
Phone Number
510-263-2000
Web Address
www.allergyresearchgroup.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Prima Una de Gato Liquid by Allergy Research Group: Common Questions

Does Prima Una de Gato Liquid by Allergy Research Group interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Prima Una de Gato Liquid has a known interaction with 962 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Prima Una de Gato Liquid contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — the safety data advises against both. Cat's claw has a traditional history as an abortifacient, and there isn't enough safety information for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, trying to conceive, or nursing.
What are the side effects I should watch for?
Headache, fatigue, insomnia, and nerve symptoms (neuropathy) have been reported. More seriously, case reports link cat's claw to kidney injury, and some people experienced low blood counts (anemia, low white blood cells, low platelets). If you develop unusual bruising, bleeding, or changes in urination, stop taking it and call your doctor.
Does this product actually work for anything?
We don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works for the conditions listed — allergic rhinitis, Alzheimer disease, asthma, osteoporosis, cancer, or chronic fatigue syndrome. If you're thinking of using it for a specific reason, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether the evidence supports that.
How long can I take this safely?
Cat's claw is generally well tolerated short-term in healthy adults, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied. If you're planning to take it regularly for weeks or months, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.
What is cat's claw and why is it TOA-free?
Cat's claw is an extract from the bark of a South American plant. This product is labeled TOA-free, meaning it's been processed to remove certain alkaloids (TOA stands for tetracyclic oxindole alkaloids), which some manufacturers do to reduce potential side effects.

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The Full Monographs Behind Prima Una de Gato Liquid’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Prima Una de Gato Liquid's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 16 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Cat's Claw 16 references
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. Budzinski JW, Foster BC, Vandenhoek S, Arnason JT. An in vitro evaluation of human cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibition by selected commercial herbal extracts and tinctures. Phytomedicine 2000;7:273-82. PubMed
  3. Sandoval M, Charbonnet RM, Okuhama NN, et al. Cat's claw inhibits TNFalpha production and scavenges free radicals: role in cytoprotection. Free Radic Biol Med 2000;29:71-78.
  4. Müller AC, Kanfer I. Potential pharmacokinetic interactions between antiretrovirals and medicinal plants used as complementary and African traditional medicines. Biopharm Drug Dispos. 2011;32(8):458-70. PubMed
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  7. Sheng, Y., Li, L., Holmgren, K., and Pero, R. W. DNA repair enhancement of aqueous extracts of Uncaria tomentosa in a human volunteer study. Phytomedicine 2001;8(4):275-282.
  8. Chen, C. X., Jin, R. M., Li, Y. K., Zhong, J., Yue, L., Chen, S. C., and Zhou, J. Y. Inhibitory effect of rhynchophylline on platelet aggregation and thrombosis. Zhongguo Yao Li Xue.Bao. 1992;13(2):126-130.
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  13. Hilepo, J. N., Bellucci, A. G., and Mossey, R. T. Acute renal failure caused by 'cat's claw' herbal remedy in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus. Nephron 1997;77(3):361. PubMed
  14. De Paula LCL, Fonseca F, Perazzo F, et al. Uncaria tomentosa (cat's claw) improves quality of life in patients with advanced solid tumors. J Altern Complement Med. 2015;21(1):22-30.
  15. Portalatin G, Shettigar S, Carrion-Rodriguez A, et al. Ketogenic-Diet Shake Containing Uncaria tomentosa-Associated Acute Interstitial Nephritis. Case Rep Nephrol Dial 2022;12(3):219-225.
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