What you need to know BEFORE you use natural treatments: 

1. Natural remedies may cause harm.  Like prescription medications, natural remedies may cause unwanted side effects, allergic reactions or interactions with medications and other substances.
2. Some, but not all natural remedies have safe dosing established.  Very few have safe dosing established for children.
3. Discuss your use of natural remedies with your Health Care Provider.
4. For Health Care Providers, specifically inquire about the use of natural and herbal remedies when reconciling medications.

Of the top natural/herbal remedies sold in the U.S., the following list specifically identify pain relief as an indication for use:

• Turmeric (Curcumin)
• White Willow (Salix spp; willow bark)
• Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
• Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)
• Devils Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens)
• Cayenne (Capsicum annuum; capsicum frutescens)

References

Herbs and Natural Supplements (2015). 4th Edition

Reviewed by: Cindy Garlesky. For more information visit nicklauschildrens.org/PainAwareness.