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Rutin

Botanicals / Flavonoids

Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Quercetin-3-O-beta-rutinoside
Related Remedies: Oxerutins
Citrus bioflavonoids

Description: Rutin is classified in a subclass of flavonoids: flavonols. It is a citrus bioflavonoid found in buckwheat, citrus fruits and in some berries. Rutin improves the absorption of vitamin C and is used mainly for blood vessel conditions.

Oral Uses

  • Varicose veins RatingRatingRatingRating

    Rutin strengthens capillary and blood vessel walls; protects collagen; reduces swellings, edema and heaviness sensation of legs; alleviates pain and other symptoms; used for prevention and treatment. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Venous insufficiency RatingRatingRatingRating

    Rutin strengthens capillary and blood vessel walls; protects collagen; reduces swellings, edema and heaviness sensation of legs; alleviates pain and other symptoms; used for prevention and treatment. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Capillary fragility RatingRatingRating

    Rutin strengthens capillary walls, protects collagen; reduces permeability of capillaries and treats fragile capillaries. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Cataract RatingRatingRating

    Rutin is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; improves vision; retards cataract aggravation. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Cataract prevention RatingRatingRating

    Rutin is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; reduces cataract risk.. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Diabetic retinopathy RatingRatingRating

    Rutin is an antioxidant and an aldose reductase inhibitor; reduces sorbitol accumulation in eye and prevents eye and nerve damage in people with diabetes. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Dysmenorrhea RatingRatingRating

    Rutin alleviates pain and other symptoms. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months. It works better with vitamin B3 - Niacin and vitamin C.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Increasing nutrient absorption RatingRatingRatingRating

    Rutin increases vitamin C absorption. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Aldose reductase inhibitor RatingRatingRating

    Rutin reduces sorbitol accumulation in eye and prevents eye and nerve damage in people with diabetes. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRatingRating

    Rutin is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antiallergic RatingRatingRating

    Rutin is an antiallergic, reduces allergy symptoms. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antioxidant RatingRatingRating

    Rutin is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antithrombotic RatingRatingRating

    description rating id name Rutin is an antithrombotic; reduces blood clot formation. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months. 3 142 Abdominal aortic aneurysm

  • Action - Blood thinner RatingRatingRating

    Rutin is a blood thinner. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Recommended Dosage

Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

Safety problems are unknown if used as suggested. Do not use rutin if you are pregnant, want become pregnant or nursing. Use it with caution with other blood thinning supplements or drugs.
Rare side effects: Numbness, dizziness, arrhythmia, headache, some hair loss, upset stomach, or tiredness

Available Forms

Rutin is available in tablet, capsule and powder form.

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