White Willow vs Devil's Claw

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.

Devil's claw is native to southern Africa and has been used by indigenous San and Khoi peoples for centuries for pain and digestive complaints. It gained popularity in Europe in the 1950s and is now one of the most commonly used herbal analgesics. Its name refers to the fruit's hooked thorns.

Salicin, Salicortin, Populin, Tannins, Flavonoids

Harpagoside, Harpagide, Procumbide, Beta-sitosterol, Caffeic acid

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

Pain relief, Fever reduction, Digestive aid, Anti-inflammatory, Blood purifier

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

Osteoarthritis, Low back pain, Rheumatic pain, Loss of appetite, Digestive complaints

120-240mg salicin daily from standardized extract

600-1200mg extract (containing 50-100mg harpagoside) daily

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

Peptic ulcers, Gallstones, Heart conditions, Pregnancy, Concurrent blood thinners

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

GI upset, Diarrhea, Headache, Tinnitus, Loss of appetite, Allergic reactions