While no substantial interactions have been reported to date, salicylate containing herbs such as white willow bark may interact with aspirin, aspirin-containing drugs, or other salicylates such as bismuth subsalicylate (BSS, Pepto-Bismol, and others){~1~}{~2~}{~3~}.
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Not known. People with known aspirin allergies should avoid salicylate containing supplements such as those derived from willow as they may elicit an allergic reaction
Efficacy and tolerability of a standardized willow bark extract in patients with osteoarthritis: randomized placebo-controlled, double blind clinical trial.
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