Citrus Bioflavonoids vs Pilewort

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Citrus Bioflavonoids

Citrus sinensis bioflavonoids

Cardiovascular

Ficaria verna

Cardiovascular

Citrus Bioflavonoids

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Pilewort

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Concentrated citrus bioflavonoids used for venous conditions, anti-inflammatory support, and as antioxidants, originally called Vitamin P.

Named for its specific traditional use for hemorrhoids (piles) — one of the few herbs truly specific for this condition.

Active Compounds

hesperidin, rutin, naringenin, diosmin, quercetin

Protoanemonin (dried), Anemonin, Saponins, Tannins

Traditional Uses

Capillary fragility and bruising in European folk medicine, Venous insufficiency, Hemorrhoids, Anti-inflammatory conditions

Hemorrhoids, Varicose veins, Perineal tearing

Modern Uses

Venotonic, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Capillary protective

Venotonic, Anti-inflammatory (topical), Astringent

Adult Dosage

500-1500mg bioflavonoid complex daily; 900mg diosmin/hesperidin twice daily

Topical ointment only — not recommended internally

Contraindications

Anticoagulants at high doses, Pregnancy in large doses

Internal use, Pregnancy, Broken skin (fresh plant)

Side Effects

Mild gastric upset, Headache, Diarrhea

Skin irritation (fresh plant), GI toxicity (internal)

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E