It was therefore used to relieve edema and to promote urine formation during bladder infections. It has also been used by people with lymph swellings, jaundice, and wounds. Galiosin, an anthraquinone glycoside, and other glycosides and tannins and flavonoids may constitute the major active constituents of cleavers. Little research has been conducted on this plant, but preliminary lab experiments suggest it may have antispasmodic activity. Cleavers tincture and tea are most widely recommended by herbal practitioners.
People can drink three or more cups per day.
Cleavers has no known side effects and is thought to be safe for use in pregnant or nursing women and children. Certain medications may interact with cleavers. Refer to the drug interactions summary for a list of those medications. For the convenience of the reader, the information in the table listing the supplements for particular conditions is also categorized. Inc. All rights reserved.