Aesculus Research

For the relief of the symptoms of varicose veins

Aesculus Research

Chronic venous insufficiency affects 6% to 10% of the overall population and its prevalence increases with age. Its effects in stage I include oedema (swelling) of calf and ankles and varicose veins. In stage II there can be skin alterations including pigmentation, eczema and hardening.

A research paper published in 2006 in Advances in Therapy reviewed five clinical studies using A.Vogel Aesculus products for stage I and II chronic venous insufficiency – the condition which results in varicose veins and lower leg swelling. A.Vogel Aesculus products are made from extracts of fresh horse chestnut seeds.

Aesculus was shown to work quickly with its benefits being felt after just two to three weeks. Horse Chestnut seed contains several important therapeutic constituents, including aescin which has a toning effect on the venous wall, working against the leakage of fluids into the surrounding tissues. It also inhibits the enzymes that break down the vein wall, protecting the vein from further damage. Aesculus can be taken as a preventative measure by those prone to vein problems, for example, during the summer months, or more regularly if varicose veins have already appeared. It is one of the most widely prescribed herbs in Germany, where GPs prescribe it for varicose veins as an alternative to surgery.

A Suter, S Bommer, J Rechmer: Treatment of Patients With Venous Insufficiency With Fresh Plant Horse Chestnut Seed Extract: A Review of 5 Clinical Studies Advances in Therapy vol 23 No. 1