Overview
What is horse chestnut extract?
What are horse chestnut extract’s main benefits?
How does horse chestnut extract work?
Dosage information
Formulation:
Horse chestnut is commonly available as a standardized seed extract in the form of capsules, tablets, topical creams/gels, and liquid extracts. Most of the evidence supports using oral capsule formulations containing 16% to 20% of aescin (its main active ingredient).
Range of dosages studied:
50 to 150 mg
Examine Database: Horse Chestnut
Frequently asked questions
Is there any historical or traditional significance to horse chestnut extract?
Has horse chestnut shown any benefits beyond treating vascular concerns?
What are other names for Horse Chestnut?
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Research Breakdown
References
Examine Database References
- Leg Edema - Diehm C, Trampisch HJ, Lange S, Schmidt CComparison of leg compression stocking and oral horse-chestnut seed extract therapy in patients with chronic venous insufficiencyLancet.(1996 Feb 3)
- Leg Edema - Rainer KochComparative study of Venostasin and Pycnogenol in chronic venous insufficiencyPhytother Res.(2002 Mar)
- Leg Edema - Pittler MH, Ernst EHorse chestnut seed extract for chronic venous insufficiencyCochrane Database Syst Rev.(2006 Jan 25)
- Hemorrhoids Symptoms - Pirard J, Gillet P, Guffens JM, Defrance PDouble blind study of reparil in proctologyRev Med Liege.(1976 May 15)