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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Rutosides (also known as rutin) are flavonoids found in various plants, and they have been used in the management of chronic venous insufficiency and related conditions, including spider veins (telangiectasias). The purported benefit is primarily based on their ability to strengthen capillary walls, reduce capillary permeability, and exert antioxidant effects. Several clinical studies, particularly in Europe, have evaluated rutosides for venous disorders. The most relevant evidence comes from randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses examining their effects on symptoms like leg swelling, heaviness, and pain in chronic venous insufficiency, which sometimes includes spider veins as part of the spectrum.

However, while there is some scientific evidence supporting the use of rutosides for venous insufficiency, the direct evidence specifically for the treatment or reduction of spider veins is limited. Most studies focus on broader symptoms of venous disease, and spider veins are often considered a cosmetic issue with less research attention. The available data suggest that rutosides may improve microvascular function and reduce subjective symptoms, but high-quality evidence directly demonstrating their effectiveness for spider veins is lacking. Therefore, the use of rutosides for spider veins can be considered to have modest scientific support, warranting a conservative evidence rating.

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