Horse Chestnut

Overview

Venotonic and anti-inflammatory

Latin name : Aesculus hippocastanum

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Graine

Preparation Forms

extrait sec, gelule

Active Compounds

aescine, flavonoides, coumarines

Therapeutic Properties

• Venotonic
• Anti-edema
• Anti-inflammatory
• Vasoconstrictor

Indications

• Chronic venous insufficiency
• Varicose veins
• Hemorrhoids
• Heavy legs

Recommended Dosage

250-300 mg standardized extract, twice daily

Contraindications

• Renal insufficiency
• Anticoagulants

Safety Profile

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