Willow (Black Willow, Pussy Willow, Yellow Willow) |
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Basic Information
Biological name (genus and species):
Salix nigra
Parts used for medicinal purposes:
Bark
Chemicals this herb contains:
Salicin
Salinigrin
Tannins (See Glossary)
KNOWN EFFECTS
Causes protein molecules to clump together.
Produces puckering.
Interferes with absorption of iron and other minerals when
taken internally.
Miscellaneous information:
Tannins may help heal open wounds.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Shrinks tissues.
Prevents secretion of fluids.
Acts as an antiseptic for ulcerated surfaces on skin.
Treats arthritis.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you:
Are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan pregnancy in
the near future.
Consult your doctor if you:
Take this herb for any medical problem that doesn't improve in
2 weeks. There may be safer, more-effective treatments.
Take any medicinal drugs or herbs including aspirin, laxatives,
cold and cough remedies, antacids, vitamins, minerals, amino
acids, supplements, other prescription or non-prescription
drugs.
Pregnancy:
Problems in pregnant women taking small or usual doses have
not been proved. But the chance of problems does exist. Don't
use unless prescribed by your doctor.
Breast-feeding:
Problems in breast-fed infants of lactating mothers taking
small or usual doses have not been proved. But the chance of
problems does exist. Don't use unless prescribed by your doctor.
Infants and children:
Treating infants and children under 2 with any herbal
preparation is hazardous.
Others:
None expected if you are under 45, not pregnant, basically
healthy, take it for only a short time and do not exceed
manufacturer's recommended dosage.
Salicylate poisoning is possible. Symptoms include dizziness,
vomiting, ringing in ears.
Storage:
Keep cool and dry, but don't freeze. Store safely away from
children.
Safe dosage:
At present no "safe" dosage has been established.
TOXICITY
Comparative-toxicity rating not available from standard
references.
For symptoms of toxicity: See ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE
EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS section below.
ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS
| Signs and symptoms: |
What to do: |
| Dizziness |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
| Ringing in ears |
Discontinue. Call doctor |
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when convenient. |
| Vomiting |
Discontinue. Call doctor immediately. |
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