Butcher's broom

• TinctureRhizomeInternalTraditional use

  Traditional herbal medicine to relieve discomfort and heaviness of the legs related to minor venous circulatory disturbances (chronic venous insufficiency). The ruscogenins are attributed vein-toning, capillary-sealing and anti-inflammatory properties.

  Preparation & dosage

  Traditionally taken as a standardised dry extract or as dried powdered rhizome (350 mg three times daily). Commercial products are standardised to ruscogenins (total of ruscogenin and neoruscogenin); the recommended daily dose provides about 7 to 11 mg of ruscogenins. If symptoms persist for more than 2 weeks, consult a doctor.

  Dry amount

  0.35–0.35 g

  Doses per day

  3×

  Max duration

  2 weeks

  Sources: [1] [3] [6]

• TinctureRhizomeInternalTraditional use

  Traditional herbal medicine for the symptomatic relief of itching and burning associated with haemorrhoids. Its use is based exclusively on long-standing experience.

  Preparation & dosage

  For the symptomatic relief of itching and burning associated with haemorrhoids, after a doctor has ruled out serious conditions. Taken internally as a standardised dry extract or dried powdered rhizome (350 mg three times daily, providing about 7 to 11 mg ruscogenins per day). If rectal bleeding occurs, consult a doctor.

  Dry amount

  0.35–0.35 g

  Doses per day

  3×

  Max duration

  2 weeks

  ⚠ Age restriction: ≥ 18 years — For use in adults only; there is no relevant indication for children and adolescents.

  Sources: [1] [4]

Generally well tolerated; occasionally nausea, gastrointestinal complaints or diarrhoea may occur (stop use if diarrhoea develops). Because of a lack of data, do not use in pregnancy, breastfeeding, or in children and adolescents. In case of sudden, one-sided leg swelling, skin inflammation, hardened tissue, ulcers, or cardiac or renal insufficiency, seek medical advice - this may indicate thrombosis. The red berries are mildly toxic and must not be eaten.