Aescin is the main active compound in horse chestnut, and is responsible for most of its medicinal properties. High-quality evidence suggests aescin is a safe and effective treatment for chronic venous insufficiency. In one randomized controlled trial, horse chestnut extract was found to be as effective and well-tolerated as use of compression stockings.
Product Name: Aescin
Botanical Source: Aesculus Hippocastanum L.
Part used: Seed
Specification: 20% Aescin UV,HPLC
Functions:
1. Help support the normal integrity of the vascular system and connective tissue.
2. Induces endothelial nitric oxide synthesis by making endothelial cells more permeable to calcium ions
3. Include serotonin antagonism and histamine antagonism and reduced catabolism of tissue mucopolysaccharides.