Usnea
Also appears on labels as: usnea thallus (usnea spp.), usnea
A lichen, dried and ground. Its main compound is usnic acid.
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- Where it comes from
- Wild-harvested from trees.
- Why it's in the product
- Herbal blends in supplements.
- Safety and toxicity
- Usnic acid has damaged the liver in people who took it in supplements.
General reference, not veterinary advice. Dose, breed, and existing conditions change the answer, so talk to your vet before changing what your pet eats. Think we got this wrong? Tell us and we log it publicly.
Found in 1 scored product
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Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Pet WellbeingThroat Gold for Dogsflagged on this product's score page