General Dosage
120-240mg salicin daily from standardized willow bark extract
Maximum dose: 240mg salicin daily is the maximum studied dose; do not exceed without medical supervision
White Willow Bark Dosage Guide
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 120-240mg salicin daily from standardized willow bark extract
Timing: Take in 2 divided doses with meals; allow 1-2 weeks for full anti-inflammatory effect • Take with food for best absorption.
Dosage by Condition
Lower back pain
240mg salicin dailyModerate
Osteoarthritis
240mg salicin dailyModerate
General pain relief
120-240mg salicin dailyEmerging
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Lower back pain | 240mg salicin daily | Moderate |
| Osteoarthritis | 240mg salicin daily | Moderate |
| General pain relief | 120-240mg salicin daily | Emerging |
Upper limit: 240mg salicin daily is the maximum studied dose; do not exceed without medical supervision
Timing & Absorption
Take in 2 divided doses with meals; allow 1-2 weeks for full anti-inflammatory effect
Best taken with food for optimal absorption.
References
- Chrubasik S, Eisenberg E, Balan E, et al. (2000). Treatment of low back pain exacerbations with willow bark extract: a randomized double-blind study. American Journal of Medicine. DOI PubMed
- Schmid B, Lüdtke R, Selbmann HK, et al. (2001). Efficacy and tolerability of a standardized willow bark extract in patients with osteoarthritis: randomized placebo-controlled, double blind clinical trial. Phytotherapy Research. DOI PubMed
- Vlachojannis JE, Cameron M, Chrubasik S (2009). A systematic review on the effectiveness of willow bark for musculoskeletal pain. Phytotherapy Research. DOI PubMed