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White Willow Bark Dosage Guide

Evidence:Moderate
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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

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

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.

Full White Willow Bark Guide

References

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