Hesperidin is a plant chemical that is classified as a “bioflavonoid.” It is found primarily in citrus fruits. People use it as medicine.
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Uses
Hesperidin alone, or in combination with other citrus bioflavonoids (diosmin, for example), is most often used for blood vessel conditions such as hemorrhoids,varicose veins, and poor circulation (venous stasis). It is also used to treat lymphedema, a condition involving fluid retention that can be a complication of breast cancer surgery.
Benefits
- Poor circulation in the legs (chronic venous insufficiency)
- Hemorrhoids (when used in combination with diosmin). Diosmin belongs to flavones, a class of flavonoids.
- Leg ulcers from poor circulation or venous stasis ulcers (when used in combination with diosmin).
There is INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE about the effectiveness of hesperidin supplements in the prevention or treatment of diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, swelling of the arms (lymphedema) after breast cancer treatment or varicose veins.
Cautions
Hesperidin is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth for up to 6 months. The safety of using it for a longer period of time is unknown. Side effects include stomach pain and upset, diarrhea, and headache.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Hesperidin is POSSIBLY SAFE for pregnant or breast-feeding women when taken by mouth with diosmin.
Bleeding disorder: Hesperidin might slow blood clotting and increase the risk of bleeding. In theory, hesperidin might make bleeding disorders worse.
Low blood pressure: Hesperidin might lower blood pressure. In theory, taking hesperidin might make blood pressure become too low in people who already have low blood pressure.
Surgery: Hesperidin might prolong bleeding. There is concern that hesperidin might increase the risk of bleeding during and after surgical procedures. Stop taking hesperidin at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Interactions
None are recorded.
Other names
Bioflavonoid, Bioflavonoid Complex, Bioflavonoid Concentrate, Bioflavonoid Extract, Bioflavonoïde, Bioflavonoïde d’Agrume, Bioflavonoïdes d’Agrumes, Citrus Bioflavones, Citrus Bioflavonoid, Citrus Bioflavonoids, Citrus Bioflavonoid Extract, Citrus Flavones, Citrus Flavonoids, Complexe de Bioflavonoïdes, Concentré de Bioflavonoïdes, Extrait de Bioflavonoïdes, Extrait de Bioflavonoïdes d’Agrumes, Flavonoid, Flavonoïde, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Hesperidina, Hespéridine, Trimethylhesperidin-chalcon
References
Source: WebMD, http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-1033-hesperidin.aspx?activeingredientid=1033&activeingredientname=hesperidin
Nutrientsreview, http://www.nutrientsreview.com/phytonutrients/citrus-bioflavonoids-hesperidin.html