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Can You Take Betaine HCl and White Willow Bark Together?
May affect absorption
The short answer
Betaine HCl increases stomach acidity, which may worsen White Willow Bark's irritation of the gastric lining. Combined use may increase GI discomfort.
How to arrange timing
Separate by at least 2 hours.
Reference
Reference noted for this combination: Examine.com — Betaine HCl; Vlachojannis et al., 2009 — Willow bark
Important context
Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.