Is Willow compatible with breastfeeding? Do we have alternatives for Willow?

Willow

July 12, 2018 (Low Risk)

Bark is used. It contains salicylic derivatives (2 – 11%) organic acids (salicylic) flavonoids and tannins. ESCOP and Commission E of German Ministry of Health do recommend it as anti-inflammatory and pain relief agent.


See below the information of this related product:

Alternatives

Very Low Risk

Compatible. Not risky for breastfeeding or infant.

Low Risk

Moderately safe. Mild risk possible. Follow up recommended. Read the Comment.

High Risk

Poorly safe. Evaluate carefully. Use a safer alternative. Read the Comment.

Very High Risk

Not recommended. Cessation of breastfeeding or alternative.

Synonyms

  • White Willow

Writings

  • Salix alba (Latin, botanical name)
  • Salix caprea, Salix daphnoides (Latin, another name)
  • Salix fragilis, Salix nigricans (Latin, another name)
  • Salix pentantra, Salix purpurea, Salix viminalis (Latin, another name)
  • Ιτέα (Greek)
  • Ива (Cyrillic)
  • Saule (French)
  • Salze, Saule, Saulic, Sàlic, Sàlit, Vimetera (Catalan)
  • Sarats, Zarika (Basque)

Drug trade names

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