The bark contains salicin which alleviates pain and reduce fever. Aspirin is derived from white willow bark. White willow bark is recommended for headaches, backache, nerve pain, toothache and injuries. This herb contains calcium, cobalt, iron, phosp...
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Description
The bark contains salicin which alleviates pain and reduce fever. Aspirin is derived from white willow bark. White willow bark is recommended for headaches, backache, nerve pain, toothache and injuries. This herb contains calcium, cobalt, iron, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, sulfur, salicylic glycosides and tannins.
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TRENITTA - April 20, 2006, 12:29
#10000059
My vet has prescribed aspirin therapy for my 25 year old mare horse with a cataract in one eye and another starting in the other - I'm leary of aspirin - will white willow work and at what dosage? Thanks.
ZooScape Moderator - April 20, 2006, 13:49
#10001246
I have heard of the studies at the AMS concerning the protective effects of aspirin for cataracts and retinopathy. I have seen several sources linking salicin and white willow bark, specifically, to the inhibition of cataract development. However, I have not discovered any definitive studies with white willow used on horses specifically for cataracts - but it does make sense.
In theory, white willow should work since the chemical make-up of the two are very similar. The salicin in white willow was synthetically modified to create salicylic acid; then acetylsalicylic acid was derived from meadowsweet; nevertheless, salicin in white willow was the catalyst in the scientific evolution of modern day asprin.
White willow bark has more of a traditional reputation for anti-inflammatory use in rheumatic conditions in animals (mostly dogs, though I have heard of its use for horses). I would opt for a few different herbs, white willow bark included, in combination with each other - herbs well known for eye health in humans. Eyebright, bilberry, and turmeric have all been used in horse formulations for eye health and cataracts. I would mention these other herbs to your vet and maybe he could offer you a more educated opinion on whether he thinks that these other herbs would be effective on horses plus the appropriate dosages.
Patty - April 20, 2006, 10:13
#10000058
How does this herb interact with medicines such as beta blockers and drugs to combat hep b?
ZooScape Moderator - April 20, 2006, 12:25
#10001244
Aspirin may reduce the effectiveness of beta blockers such as atenolol (Tenormin), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), and propranolol (Inderal). Aspirin is derived from White willow and they share a similar chemical make-up. White willow may enhance the effects of asprin if taken simultaneously and many sources advise against taking them together. It is logical to conclude that white willow will have a similar effect on beta blockers, although there doesn't seem to be any definitive evidence that this is the case. White willow, like aspirin, may interfere with similar drugs such as anticoagulants, antiplatelet drugs, and some diabetes medication.
Directions
3 capsules, 3 times per day.
Ingredients
White willow bark (Salix alba) - 375 mg
Cautions
Consult a medical professional if you are taking anticoagulants or other medications.
Additional Information
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