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About Gou Teng
Plant: Uncaria rhynchophylla
The primary neuroprotective herb in Buhner's protocol, used as baseline support (with Tryptophan) for neurological Lyme symptoms, and separately recommended for Bartonella's neurological presentations.
Reference dosing
| Tincture dose — 1:5 | 2.5–5ml, 3–6 times daily |
| Tincture dose — 1:3 | 1.5–3ml, 3–6 times daily |
| Capsule dose (mg) | 500–1,000mg of dried herb, 3–6 times daily Calculated from Buhner's tincture dose (1ml of a 1:5 tincture = 200mg of dried herb). |
Lowers blood pressure — those with hypotensive tendencies should monitor status or use an alternative.
Capsule whole-herb extracts vary by manufacturer (a concentrated extract needs less than a plain powder). Treat these figures as a guide only and follow the product label.
These are figures from the sources used on this site. They are not a prescription. Follow the product label and your prescriber.
Safety and cautions
Contraindications: Lowers blood pressure — those with hypotensive tendencies should monitor status or use an alternative.
Herbs can interact with prescription medicines and other supplements. Check with your prescriber or pharmacist first, and do not use herbs in pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless a doctor agrees.
Information last checked: 6 November 2026.
Symptoms linked to this herb
Traditional uses from our symptom map. Not medical advice.
Where to buy
Femologist (US)Gou Teng Cat’s Claw Liquid Herbal Tincture — 2 fl oz · See product page · Tincture (ratio not stated)Napiers (UK)Gou Teng Tincture (Ramulus uncariae) · £13.49 · Not confirmed — check product pageCheck the label and the seller. A link is not a recommendation.
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