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OPC's

Botanicals / Flavonoids

Also known as: Oligomeric proanthocyanidinGrape seed extractPine bark extractPycnogenol
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Pinus maritima barkVitis vinifera seed

Description: OPC's are a mixture water soluble substances extracted mainly from pine bark and grape seed. They are classified in a subclass of flavonoids: flavonols.

Oral Uses

  • Varicose veins RatingRatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's strengthen capillary walls and blood vessel walls; protect collagen; reduce inflammation, edema and heaviness sensation; alleviate pain. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Venous insufficiency RatingRatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's strengthen capillary walls and blood vessel walls; protect collagen; reduce inflammation, edema and heaviness sensation; alleviate pain. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Capillary fragility RatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's strengthen capillary walls; protect collagen. Take 100-200 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Deep vein thrombosis prevention RatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's are blood thinners and anti-inflammatory; they reduce blood clot formation and are used for prevention. Take 100-200 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Surgery support RatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's are anti-inflammatory; reduce lymphedema caused by surgery; reduce swellings and edema; strengthen capillary walls and blood vessel walls; protect collagen; accelerate tissue repair. Take 400-600 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Asthma RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory; they improve lung function and alleviate symptoms. It is used for adult and childhood asthma. Take 100-200 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Bruises RatingRatingRating

    OPC's reduce inflammation; alleviate pain; protect blood vessels; strengthen capillary walls; accelerate healing. Take 100-200 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Antioxidant RatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's are antioxidant; they neutralize free radicals. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antithrombotic RatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's are antithrombotic; they reduce blood clot formation. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Blood thinner RatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's are blood thinner. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-aging RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are anti-aging; they slow down aging process. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Immune enhancer RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are immune enhancer; they enhance immune system. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Immune suppressant RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are immune suppressant; modulates and/or suppresses hyperactive immune system. Take 200-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Topical Uses

  • Aging skin RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are antioxidant; they neutralize free radicals; reduce wrinkles and skin aging. Apply a topical preparation containing OPC's 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Bleeding gums RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are antioxidant; they neutralize free radicals; seal oral capillaries to stop bleeding; alleviate symptoms. Use chewing gum containing OPC's many times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Dental plaque prevention RatingRatingRating

    OPC's reduce dental plaque formation. Use chewing gum containing OPC's many times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Gingivitis RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are anti-inflammatory and antioxidant; they reduce dental plaque formation; accelerate tissue repair. Use chewing gum containing OPC's many times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Lentigo RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are antioxidant; they neutralize free radicals; reduce lentigo and skin aging. Apply a topical preparation containing OPC's 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Wrinkles RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are antioxidant; they neutralize free radicals; reduce wrinkles and skin aging. Apply a topical preparation containing OPC's 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Keloid & Scars RatingRating

    OPC's are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation and scar formation; accelerate healing. Apply a topical preparation containing OPC's 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Antioxidant RatingRatingRatingRating

    OPC's are antioxidant; they neutralize free radicals. Apply a topical preparation containing OPC's 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRatingRating

    OPC's are anti-inflammatory; they reduce inflammation. Apply a topical preparation containing OPC's 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antibacterial Rating

    OPC's are antibacterial; they inhibit bacteria growth. Apply a topical preparation containing OPC's 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Take 100-300 mg of OPC's daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

Safety problems are unknown if used as suggested. Do not use it with children. Use it with caution with other blood thinning supplements or drugs. Use with caution if you are pregnant and nursing or if you have liver disease.

Available Forms

OPC's are available in tablet and capsule forms.

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