Dosage form
The majority of the finished preparations contain an aqueous-alcoholic dry extract in the form of Important for the success of the therapy is the content of aescin distributed over the day. The recommended amount is 50 to a maximum of 150 mg per day (possibly in “retard” form). In addition to taking horse chestnut seed extracts, an accompanying therapy with compressions, leg wraps and cold leg effusions should be carried out.
For external use, horse chestnut extracts are available in the form of gels, ointments and sprays. Gels and ointments should only be used externally for the prophylaxis and therapy of venous congestion, contusions and haematomas.
- Capsules
- Dragées or
- Tablets
Manufacturer and trade names
Manufacturers are given as examples and were selected at random. We have no personal connection with any manufacturer! Venostasin® gel | 40 ml | 6,45 € Venostasin® gel | 100 ml | 12,00 € Venostasin® cream | 50 g | 6,95 € Venostasin® cream | 100 g | 12,60 € Venostasin® retard capsules | 20 pieces | 12, 40 € Venostasin® retard capsules | 100 pieces | 48,50 € Venostasin® S capsules (strong) | 20 pieces | 16,00 € Venostasin® S capsules (strong) | 100 pieces | 63,00 €
Side effect and interaction
In individual cases, the following symptoms may occur after taking horse chestnut seeds (Aesculus hippocastanum), as the saponins contained have a mucous membrane irritating effect: It should be particularly noted that tea preparations made from horse chestnut leaves or the consumption of the seeds can lead to poisoning!Further it can come by the content of Cumarin and Aescin to blood-clotting restraining effect. Caution therefore with simultaneous taking of Marcumar or Aspirin. In addition, allergic reactions cannot be excluded when taking horse chestnut seeds. In case of pregnancy and lactation, the doctor should be consulted in any case.
- Itching
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Stomach complaints/stomach mucosa inflammation
Aesculus hippocastanum in homeopathy
Aesculus is obtained from the fresh and peeled fruits. It is used for congested veins in the portal vein area as well as for varicose veins. It is also used for congested and bleeding hemorrhoids.
It is also used for chronic constipation with a plugging sensation in the anus and for inflammations of the trachea or larynx if they are accompanied by dry mucous membrane. The most common potencies are D1 to D3.
