Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extracts
Meta-analysis / review
Abstract
This review of white willow bark (Salix alba) extracts summarises the evidence for its anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic activities (in chronic low-back and joint pain and osteoarthritis), its salicin and polyphenol constituents, and its favourable safety profile versus NSAIDs.
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How to cite
Shara, M. and Stohs, S.J (2015) 'Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extracts', Phytotherapy Research, 29(8), pp. 1112-1116. doi:10.1002/ptr.5377
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