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Posted 11/13/2011 6:41 PM (GMT 0)
http://www.newfoundationspubl.org/shepherdspurse/willow.htm

I wonder if perhaps this would be similar to taking asacol/lialda? Has anyone here taken it before?
Posted 11/13/2011 7:37 PM (GMT 0)
If I am not mistaken, white willow bark is somehow related to asprin. By the way, it is one of the ingredients in the over-the-counter sleep medicine I take that has worked really well for me. The other ingredients in the proprietary blend being Valerian root, Chamomile flower, and Melatonin.

The product I take is called "Lunasom" and was originally available at Walgreens, however they stopped carrying it and it seemed like the production process was having some snafus, so I don't know if it will remain available. It works to help me sleep quite well!
Posted 11/13/2011 8:32 PM (GMT 0)
"Pregnant women and those with chronic gastrointestinal conditions such as ulcers, colitis or Chrohn's disease should not use White Willow Bark."....


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This is a salicilate as is aspirin AND 5ASA...but the 5ASA is made to be distribuited in a targeted area, to NOT go through the stomach or be absorbed into the bloodstream to work.

It's not a replacement for Lialda or any other 5ASA meds....so, you'd be safe to use what meds are intended for and not wander into this realm of treatment, because UC is not the intention of its purpose.

q
Posted 11/14/2011 12:52 AM (GMT 0)
I would think it has to do with the fact that aspirin can be a blood thinner. I've not had any problems with my supplement, which I use to sleep and not for UC.
Posted 11/14/2011 1:47 AM (GMT 0)
Just like with 5ASA's (which are also like aspirin), there is the potential of it causing stomach distress/bleeding. But assuming one tolerates aspirin well... I would just think that it might be worth checking into? Personally I'd rather find something natural to take if it's possible. I really do not like being on Rx drugs.
Posted 11/14/2011 8:04 AM (GMT 0)
Whatever you decide, please do MORE research and understand what exactly you're using.

q
Posted 11/14/2011 12:26 PM (GMT 0)
WingZero,

Don't know much about white willow bark, but if you're looking for an alternative to the mesalamines, slippery elm bark powder is just that.

I like the powder because I put it in a little water and when I drink it down it coats the whole intestinal tract.

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