Butcher's Broom

Overview

Venous circulation

Latin name : Ruscus aculeatus

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Rhizome

Preparation Forms

extrait sec, gelule

Active Compounds

ruscogenines, saponines steroidiques

Therapeutic Properties

• Venotonic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Venous vasoconstrictor

Recommended Dosage

150 mg extract (7-11mg ruscogenins) 2x/day

Safety Profile

• Pregnancy : ✗ Not recommended
• Breastfeeding : ✗ Not recommended
• Children : ✗ Not recommended