According to WHO, the number of people suffering from venous insufficiency is increasing annually . With untimely or incorrect treatment, the risk of developing such a dangerous disease as thrombophlebitis increases. And the worst thing is that the number of victims is growing. In 4% of patients there is a trophic ulcer of the leg, and more often it ends with surgery.
Pathological processes of the venous system are more susceptible to older people, while in women they occur several times more often. The genetic predisposition, wearing high-heeled shoes, inactive work and pregnancy contribute to the development of the disease. But you can prevent the development of the disease if you start therapy at the initial stage, as well as carry out prophylaxis. The herbal preparation Eskuzan will help with this.
Reviews from people using the product are generally positive. The medication is intended to eliminate complications and the clinical picture with varicose veins, as well as to normalize and improve the condition of capillaries and veins. It can be used in combination with other therapeutic measures to prevent complications.
Biochemical composition
The main active ingredient is escin - horse chestnut extract . The component helps to reduce lymph flow, which prevents the occurrence of edema. The substance also has a stimulating effect on the venous walls and improves their mobility. Under the influence of escin, the blood vessels become more elastic, the tone of the walls of the capillaries is restored, the metabolism in the tissues is normalized, and the fragility of the vessels is reduced .
An excellent capillary protector is called the drug "Eskuzan." Patient reviews say that during the use of the drug, the feeling of heaviness in the legs disappears and swelling disappears. In addition, the medication perfectly anesthetizes, reduces blood viscosity and inflammatory processes. The described set of therapeutic properties allows it to be used to treat various pathologies associated with edema, post-traumatic pain, venous insufficiency.
Release Forms
You can purchase all forms of the drug in any pharmacy network without a prescription. The product is available in the form of drops, dragees, ointments, gel and tablets. The cost depends on the form of release of the drug "Eskuzan." Tablets - the price does not exceed 170 rubles, and gel and ointment are much more expensive - in the range of 200-300 rubles. The most inexpensive option is drops. Their cost varies from 100 to 150 rubles. The specific form is prescribed by the doctor after the examination. The severity of the disease, existing contraindications and other features of the patient are taken into account.
Indications for treatment
In the instructions for the medicine, all indications are clearly spelled out. These include the following diseases:
cramps in the legs;
swelling of the calf muscles;
venous insufficiency;
- severity in the limbs and itching;
-inflammatory processes of soft tissues;
hematomas;
-various injuries (bruises, dislocations);
hemorrhoidal nodes;
blood circulation disorders;
-atherosclerosis.
The drug "Eskuzan": use and dosage
The gel is used externally - rubbed twice a day into damaged areas of the skin. Tablets are taken orally after a meal (adults - 10 mg, small children up to three years old - 100 μg / kg, children older than three years - 200 μg), washed down with a glass of water. The doctor prescribes the duration of therapy individually.
Possible side effects and contraindications
Basically, the drug “Eskuzan” is well tolerated. No patient reviews found. There are isolated cases of irritation of the gastrointestinal mucosa. Rarely, fever, vomiting, nausea, and skin rashes occur. A medication is not prescribed in the first trimester of pregnancy, during lactation and in people with renal failure.
In case of intolerance to individual components, the Aescusan medication is not recommended. Reviews of experts suggest that the tool shows positive results. The analogues of this drug are: “Escin”, “Thiamine” and “Aescin”.