A framed powder with recognized venous properties

This micro-ground form allows for precise incorporation into products formulated by health or herbal medicine professionals. It is particularly suitable for mixtures intended for circulatory purposes or for external use (creams, poultices).

Description

Light brown to reddish brown powder, fine to granular texture, bitter taste, dry, woody plant odor.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Horse chestnut
• Latin name: Aesculus hippocastanum
• Family: Sapindaceae
• Part used: Bark
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Central and Southern Europe
• English name: Horse chestnut bark powder
• German name: Rosskastanienrindenpulver
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de corteza de castaño de Indias
• Name in Italian: Polvere di corteccia di ippocastano
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق لحاء كستناء الحصان

Main virtues

Vein tonic, astringent, local anti-inflammatory, traditionally used for benign circulatory disorders and discomfort in the lower limbs.

Main constituents

Triterpene saponins (aescin), condensed tannins, flavonoids, coumarins.

Traditional use and dosage

• Capsules: Formulation with dosage controlled by a healthcare professional (generally 250 to 500 mg per dose, according to prescription).
• External use: Mixed with clays or plant bases for poultices on the legs or congested areas.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• ⚠ For internal use only: requires therapeutic supervision.
• Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, children or those taking anticoagulant treatment.
• Overdose or misuse may cause gastrointestinal or vascular side effects.

History and use

Used since the 17th century in Europe, horse chestnut bark is one of the pillars of venous herbal medicine. Today, it is mainly found in professional preparations or supplements prescribed for superficial circulatory disorders.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: airtight jar or lined kraft bag with light barrier.
• Storage: in a dry, cool and dark place.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• European Pharmacopoeia
• Regulatory files for restricted-use plants

Note to project creators and formulators:

Please note that we do not provide any technical documentation (datasheet, certificate, analysis, etc.) for quantities less than 1 kg. Documentation is reserved exclusively for registered professionals (SIRET number or equivalent required) and for clearly identified projects. Thank you for your understanding.

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