Varicose Veins (Varicosities): Drug Therapy

Therapeutic target Strengthening of the vein walls Therapy recommendations Edema-protective agents available in Germany include; extracts from Red vine leaves (quercetin ) Horse chestnut (Aescin) (no evidence available). Oxerutin (flavononides) All three preparations show evidence-based efficacy. See also under “Surgical Therapy” and “Other Therapy”. Edema Protectants Edema protectants include drugs that are designed to strengthen … Varicose Veins (Varicosities): Drug Therapy