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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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EvidenceGood - effective for venous insufficiency
Applications4
Gabriel Score82/100
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