Akuamma vs White Willow

West African tree whose seeds are used as a potent analgesic and anti-malarial.

White willow bark is the original source of salicylic acid from which aspirin was derived. It has been used for pain and fever since the time of Hippocrates. The bark contains a complex of salicylates that work synergistically, providing a gentler and more sustained effect than isolated aspirin.

Akuammine, Akuammidine, Pericine, Alstonine

Salicin, Salicortin, Populin, Tannins, Flavonoids

Pain relief, Malaria treatment, Fever reduction, Anti-inflammatory

Pain relief, Fever reduction, Anti-inflammatory, Headache treatment, Gout remedy

Opioid receptor research, Pain management, Anti-malarial studies

Chronic low back pain, Osteoarthritis, Headaches, Inflammatory conditions, Fever reduction

2-4g seeds powdered daily

120-240mg salicin daily from standardized extract

Pregnancy, Nursing, Sedative medications

Aspirin allergy, Bleeding disorders, Children under 16, Kidney disease, Concurrent blood thinners

Drowsiness, Nausea, Constipation

GI upset, Nausea, Allergic reactions, Kidney irritation (high doses)