- Tired, heavy legs
- Aching painful calves
- Leg cramps
- Swollen ankles
Venaforce® Horse Chestnut
Venaforce® - a herbal Varicose Veins treatment.
Like so many other parts of our bodies, we only become aware of our veins when they stop working properly. Whether we like it or not we are often judged by the appearance of our legs – and this is more so for women than men.
Benefits and features of Venaforce® Horse Chestnut tablets:
- Treatment of Varicose Veins symptoms
- Contains Horse Chestnut seeds
- Fresh herb extract
For most, varicose veins are a problem because of the way they look. They can be embarrassing, causing people to avoid baring their legs, revealing their varicose veins for all to see.
However, as well as being unsightly, varicose veins can cause unpleasant symptoms such as tired, heavy legs which can affect our daily routine. Some people may also experience uncomfortable leg cramps or swollen ankles.
A traditional herbal treatment for varicose veins popular in Europe is to use the extract of Horse Chestnut seed.
Venaforce® is a licensed herbal remedy used to treat symptoms of varicose veins such as tired, heavy, aching legs, leg cramps and swollen ankles. It contains the extract of fresh Horse Chestnut seeds - known to many of us as the Conker.
At A.Vogel, we insist that only freshly harvested seeds are used for Venaforce®. For more information on why we prefer to use fresh herbs in our herbal remedies, look for The A.Vogel fresh herb story.
Venaforce® Horse Chestnut gastro-resistant tablets - a traditional herbal medicinal product for the relief of symptoms associated with chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins, such as tired, heavy legs, pain, cramps and swelling, exclusively based upon long standing use as a traditional remedy. Always read the leaflet.
- Venaforce® Horse Chestnut tablets in-pack leaflet (download pdf 223kb)
- Product information (download pdf 201kb)
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What do Venaforce® Horse Chestnut tablets contain.
Venaforce® contains an extract obtained from Horse Chestnut seeds in the form of a gastro-resistant herbal tablet.
One tablet contains 157.5-225.0mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Horse Chestnut seeds (Aesculus hippocastanum L. semen) corresponding to 50mg triterpene glycosides, calculated as anhydrous ß-aescin.
This product also contains soya polysaccharide. Do not use if you are allergic to peanut or soya.
Dosage of Venaforce® Horse Chestnut tablets.
Venaforce® may be used by adults (over 18 years of age) seeking a herbal treatment for symptoms of varicose veins. Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily immediately after food.
Venaforce® is for oral use only. Tablets should be swallowed whole. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Taking too much is unlikely to be harmful.
For lifestyle advice on how to cope with varicose veins, see Tips for Healthy Legs.
Who can’t take Venaforce®?
- Do not use this herbal treatment if you are allergic to Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastannum) seed.
- Do not use if you are you are pregnant or breast feeding.
- If your symptoms worsen, or you do not feel any benefit from the treatment within 2 weeks, talk to your doctor.
- Do not use Venaforce® if you are allergic to peanut or soya.
- Varicose leg ulcers can arise on your lower legs as a result of varicose veins. If you suffer from leg ulcers or notice them developing, you must see your doctor before starting or continuing to use this product.
Side effects
Like all medicines, this product can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Minor side effects
The following minor side effects can occur when using this product. These are uncommon and likely to affect between 1 in every 1,000 and 1 in every 100 people.
Digestive symptoms such as: feeling sick, stomach discomfort, wind, diarrhoea
Skin reactions such as: itching, rash, red, itchy spots (urticaria)
Discontinue use if you find these are troubling you. Talk to a doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare advisor if you are concerned.
If any of the side effects become serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
FAQ Venaforce® Horse Chestnut tablets
1. Can I take Venaforce® with other medication?
Yes, you can use this herbal remedy with any other medicine.
2. How long will it be before I see signs of improvement?
If the herbal treatment is helping, you should feel an improvement within two weeks.
3. Can I use it for thread veins?
Thread veins are a form of varicose vein. Venaforce® can be used to help relieve swelling, making their appearance less prominent.
4. Will it reduce the prominence of the veins?
Depending on the severity of your symptoms, the cosmetic appearance of varicose veins (swelling) may improve with treatment.
5. Why are they called GR tablets?
GR stands for Gastro-resistant. This means that the tablet is specially coated and won’t break down in the stomach (where it could potentially be irritating due to its constituents) but in the small intestine where it won’t have an irritating effect.
Useful Reading
Where to Buy
Venaforce herbal varicose veins treatment can be found in Independent Health Stores and Pharmacies.
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