White Willow

Overview

Herbal aspirin

Latin name : Salix alba

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Ecorce

Preparation Forms

tisane, extrait sec, gelule

Active Compounds

salicine, salicortine, flavonoides

Therapeutic Properties

• Anti-inflammatory
• Analgesic
• Antipyretic
• Anti-rheumatic

Indications

• Joint pain
• Headaches
• Fever
• Osteoarthritis

Recommended Dosage

120-240 mg salicin daily

Contraindications

• Allergy to salicylates
• Gastric ulcer
• Pregnancy (3rd trimester)
• Children < 12 years

Safety Profile

• Pregnancy : ✗ Not recommended
• Breastfeeding : ✗ Not recommended
• Children : ✗ Not recommended