Properties
Aescin is a medicinal product with decongestant and anti-inflammatory effects and improves vascular tone. It is used to treat chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins of the lower extremities, and hemorrhoids. It is also used to treat vein inflammation of the lower extremities. In addition, it is used for the prevention and treatment of postoperative and post-traumatic hematomas and edema.
Dosage
Always take this medicine exactly as described in the package leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. If you have any questions, please contact your doctor or pharmacist. Aescin film-coated tablets are intended for oral use. The usual dose is 2 tablets three times daily after meals with plenty of liquid. For prevention, administration can be started at least 16 hours before surgery. After 2–3 months of treatment, maintenance therapy with a dose of 40 mg (2 tablets) twice daily can be started. When using contraceptives, the dose of alpha-escin can be doubled.
Mode of Action
Aescin has decongestant and anti-inflammatory effects and improves vascular tone. It reduces the permeability of blood vessel walls. It is effective in the treatment of postoperative and post-traumatic edema. Aescin accelerates the resorption of post-traumatic hematomas and reduces the risk of their occurrence in the postoperative phase (especially after procedures on the musculoskeletal system). By sealing the endothelium of blood vessels, it also improves venous and lymphatic circulation. The medicine is also used for the prevention of thrombophlebitis in the postoperative phase and for the treatment of venous diseases of the extremities as well as varicose veins in the legs. If there is no improvement or if the patient's condition worsens, please contact your doctor.
