Cleavers (Goosegrass) Tincture
A traditional tincture preparation using Cleavers (Goosegrass) (Galium aparine), addressing lymph, kidney support, skin health.
Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.
Benefits
Ingredients
- Cleavers (Goosegrass) — As needed
Instructions
- Pack dried Cleavers (Goosegrass) into a jar and cover with 40–60% alcohol.
- Seal and steep for 4–6 weeks, shaking daily.
- Strain and store in a dark dropper bottle.
Interactions & contraindications
Cleavers (Goosegrass)
Full profile- Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use
- Significant kidney impairment — diuretic herbs may worsen renal function
No herb-specific pregnancy/child safety research is documented for Cleavers (Goosegrass) in our references — the guidance below is based on its general effect category, not research on Cleavers (Goosegrass) itself. Always confirm with a midwife, doctor, or pediatrician.
Pregnancy
Use CautionThis herb is processed through the liver, which is already working harder during pregnancy — generally used cautiously and not at high/concentrated doses without guidance. This is a general, mechanism-based caution, not herb-specific research.
Breastfeeding
Use CautionLiver-processed compounds can appear in breast milk — generally used cautiously and in moderation.
Children
Use CautionA child's liver is still developing its full drug/herb-processing capacity — these herbs are generally used cautiously and at reduced, age-appropriate doses.
May have a diuretic effect
Watch for: Diuretic medications and lithium
Additive fluid loss can affect electrolyte balance and change how the body clears lithium.
Processed by the liver
Watch for: Any medication that is also processed by liver enzymes (ask your pharmacist — this includes many common prescriptions)
Can alter how quickly the body clears certain medications, raising or lowering their effective dose.