White willow, bark (Salix alba) - 50 g

Indications / Traditional Uses:
European Medicines Agency (EMA)
- As a well established use for short-term treatment of back pain.
- Traditional use: for the relief of minor joint pain, fever associated with the common cold and headache.

According ESCOP is indicated for the relief of back pain and symptomatic relief of mild osteoarthritic and rheumatic complaints.

According to the Commission E willow bark is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of febrile conditions, rheumatism and mild pain relief, including mild headaches.

Several clinical studies have shown the utililidad of willow bark extract for the treatment of back pain. In a study with a dose of extract equivalent to 240 mg / day of salicin, it has shown a similar effect to rofecoxib 12.5 mg / day, with an economic cost 40% less. Also demonstrated modest efficacy in osteoarthritis, with good tolerance. Two of these trials have not shown efficacy in the treatment with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

How to prepare the infusion: Pour a tablespoon in a cup of boiling water and let stand five minutes.
If you are root, bark or seeds than usual it is to boil five minutes.