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Western Herbalism

Horse Chestnut

Aesculus hippocastanum

Western, European traditional

Gabriel Score
82/ 100Excellent
EvidenceGood - effective for venous insufficiency
Conditions4 applications
How it works

Venotonic via aescin, anti-inflammatory, reduces capillary permeability

Typical Dosage

300mg extract 2x daily (standardized to 50mg aescin); topical as needed

Used for
Varicose veinschronic venous insufficiencyhemorrhoidsedema

The Science

Active Compounds

Aescin (saponin), flavonoids, coumarins

Evidence Base

Good - effective for venous insufficiency82/100

Seed extract only (not raw); well-researched for CVI; topical for varicose veins

How to Use

Capsule, gel (topical)

Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.

Safety Profile

Interactions

May potentiate anticoagulants, antidiabetic drugs

Contraindications

Raw seed toxic; pregnancy; kidney/liver disease; bleeding disorders

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TraditionWestern Herbalism
EvidenceGood - effective for venous insufficiency
Applications4
Gabriel Score82/100

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