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Pycnogenol Pine Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Genesis Today

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Capsule Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Pycnogenol Pine Extract against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Pycnogenol Pine Extract is a dietary supplement by Genesis Today with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin hydration and aging, joint comfort and osteoarthritis, dry eyes.Based on those ingredients, 429 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Pycnogenol(R), Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pycnogenol Pine Extract by Genesis Today

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 4 of its 4 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains 4 ingredients: rice hull concentrate (which we cannot verify), hyaluronic acid, horsetail extract, and Pycnogenol (a standardized maritime pine bark extract). Hyaluronic acid is a natural compound used topically and orally to support joint and eye moisture.

Horsetail is an herb traditionally used for joint and urinary support. Pycnogenol is the brand name for a patented extract of French maritime pine bark, studied for its antioxidant properties.

The capsule itself is made from vegetable material.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: cardiovascular health and antioxidant support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Atherosclerosis, Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), Heart failure, Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Raynaud syndrome — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Maritime Pine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Hyaluronic Acid is rated "Possibly Effective" for Venous leg ulcers.
  • Also on file: Maritime Pine is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Hyperlipidemia.

The evidence varies by ingredient. Pycnogenol shows possibly effective evidence for osteoarthritis and chronic venous insufficiency (swelling and heaviness in the legs from poor vein circulation), and possibly effective for asthma, though it appears possibly ineffective for high cholesterol.

Hyaluronic acid is possibly effective for dry eye and venous leg ulcers but has insufficient evidence for aging skin, hay fever, and sexual dysfunction. Horsetail has insufficient evidence for urinary incontinence, weight loss, sore throat, and hair loss.

Overall, if you're considering this product for a specific condition, the evidence picture is mixed.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Hyaluronic Acid Horsetail Maritime Pine

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 3 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

These ingredients are generally well tolerated when used short-term in adults, though long-term safety isn't fully studied. Horsetail may cause abdominal bloating, increased bowel movements, and nausea, and shouldn't be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to insufficient safety data—crude horsetail can contain thiaminase, which may cause thiamine deficiency.

Pycnogenol may cause dizziness, vertigo, headache, and gastrointestinal complaints; it's possibly safe in pregnancy but should be avoided while breastfeeding. Hyaluronic acid is generally well tolerated orally but has limited long-term data and is best avoided orally unless your doctor approves it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Hyaluronic Acid Horsetail Maritime Pine

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 2 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Horsetail, Maritime Pine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 429 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take HIV medications (especially NRTIs or efavirenz), blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, diabetes medications, diuretics, lithium, or immunosuppressants. Horsetail poses the highest concern—case reports show it can cause treatment failure in HIV—so if you're on antiretroviral therapy, this product is not a simple add-on.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product may help with osteoarthritis, venous leg swelling, or asthma (from Pycnogenol) or dry eye and leg ulcers (from hyaluronic acid), though the evidence is modest and mixed. Because horsetail and Pycnogenol interact with blood thinners, diabetes and HIV medications, diuretics, immunosuppressants, and lithium, you need to check your exact medications before starting—don't skip this step if you're on any of those drug types.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this is right for you and your current regimen.

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Assessment coverage: 3 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 25, 2014.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Pycnogenol Pine Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand Genesis Today
Barcode (UPC) 812711013459
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 25, 2014
DSLD ID 34577
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Pycnogenol Pine Extract by Genesis Today, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
812711013459
IngredientAmount% DV
Rice Hull Concentrate200 mg--
Hyaluronic Acid100 mg--
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Extract300 mg--
Pycnogenol(R)40 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Capsule

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Label statements
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Formula

Genesis Today's Pycnogenol(R) also contains Horsetail extract (Equisetum arvense), a plant containing nutrients that have been shown to support healthy hair, skin and nails.

Brand IP Statement(s)

In addition, Pycnogenol(R) French Maritime Pine Bark provides natural support for cardiovascular health.

Genesis Today's Pycnogenol(R) is derived from French Maritime Pine Bark.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

General Statements

And absolutely nothing else!

Use of this product may be protected by one or more U.S. patents and other international patents.

Supports: HEALTHY SKIN & YOUTHFULNESS

Enjoy and live long!

This plant extract is thought to naturally moisturize the skin from the inside out supporting firm, smooth skin and helping to counter fine lines and signs of aging.

Skin Health Youthful Appearance

Pure & Potent

Seals/Symbols

PYCNOGENOL(R) NATURE'S SUPER ANTIOXIDANT

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules one or more times per day with a full glass of water or as recommended by your healthcare provider.

Precautions

Do not purchase if seal around cap is broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

General

LBGT142

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

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Pycnogenol Pine Extract label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pycnogenol Pine Extract by Genesis Today

These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Rice Hull Concentrate

200 mg per serving

Hyaluronic Acid

No known
interactions
100 mg per serving Form: Sodium Hyaluronate

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance in the body that helps hold water in the skin, joints, and eyes. Oral and topical products are popular for skin...

Hyaluronic Acid monograph & interactions

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Extract

Interacts with
188 drugs
300 mg per serving

Horsetail is a traditional herb most often used as a mild diuretic and for hair, nail, and bone support, but high-quality human evidence is limited. I...

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Extract monograph & interactions

Pycnogenol(R)

Interacts with
327 drugs
40 mg per serving Form: French Maritime Pine bark extract

Maritime pine bark extract (often sold as Pycnogenol) is a plant-based antioxidant most studied for circulation, vein, and skin health. Some research...

Pycnogenol(R) monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Pycnogenol Pine Extract by Genesis Today Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Pycnogenol(R) 327
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Extract 188

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Pycnogenol Pine Extract interact with 429 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

2 of the 4 ingredients in Pycnogenol Pine Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Pycnogenol(R) Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Pycnogenol Pine Extract with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Pycnogenol(R)3 drug types · 327 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, maritime pine bark extract might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Clinical research suggests that maritime pine bark extract inhibits platelet aggregation. However, the clinical significance of this effect is unclear.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, maritime pine bark extract might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when used with antidiabetes drugs.
One clinical study shows that maritime pine bark extract decreases blood sugar in patients with diabetes being treated with antidiabetes agents. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, maritime pine bark extract might decrease the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
In vitro and animal research suggests that maritime pine bark extract has immunostimulant activity. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Pycnogenol(R) full monograph & interactions

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Extract5 drug types · 188 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Equisetum myriochaetum has demonstrated hypoglycemic activity in clinical research. In an animal diabetic model, Equisetum giganteum had hypoglycemic effects. It is unclear whether other horsetail species have hypoglycemic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Laboratory research shows that various species of horsetail have diuretic properties. Due to its diuretic effects, there has been concern that taking horsetail along with potassium-depleting diuretics might increase the risk for hypokalemia. However, pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that taking horsetail 900 mg daily for 4 days does not affect urinary excretion of electrolytes, including potassium and sodium, despite having a diuretic effect similar to taking hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg daily. It is unclear if taking horsetail for a longer duration would affect electrolyte levels. Until more is known, use with caution.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Efavirenz (Sustiva)

Theoretically, horsetail might decrease the levels and clinical effects of efavirenz.
In two case reports, patients were found to have detectable viral loads when taking horsetail-containing supplements along with an antiretroviral regimen that included efavirenz. In one case, the antiretroviral regimen included zidovudine, lamivudine, and efavirenz; in the other case, the regimen consisted of emtricitabine, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, and efavirenz. One month after discontinuing horsetail, the viral loads became undetectable in both cases. The exact mechanism of this interaction is unknown. It is also unclear if this interaction is specific to efavirenz or if it is related to various components of antiretroviral therapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, horsetail might increase the levels and adverse effects of lithium.
Animal research suggests that horsetail has diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, horsetail might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (Nrtis)

Theoretically, horsetail might decrease the levels and clinical effects of NRTIs.
In two case reports, patients were found to have detectable viral loads when taking horsetail-containing supplements along with an antiretroviral therapy. In one case, the antiretroviral regimen included zidovudine, lamivudine, and efavirenz; in the other case, the regimen consisted of emtricitabine, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, and efavirenz. One month after discontinuing the supplement, the viral loads became undetectable in both cases. The exact mechanism of these interactions is unknown. It is also unclear if these interactions are specific to NRTIs or if they are related to various components of antiretroviral therapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Pycnogenol Pine Extract, from the product label.

Genesis Today

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Name
Genesis Today, Inc.
Street Address
14101 W. Highway 290, Bldg. #1900
City
Austin
State
TX
ZipCode
78737
Phone Number
(800) 916-6642
Web Address
www.genesistoday.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Pycnogenol Pine Extract by Genesis Today: Common Questions

Does Pycnogenol Pine Extract by Genesis Today interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Pycnogenol Pine Extract has a known interaction with 429 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Pycnogenol Pine Extract contains 4 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I'm on blood thinners like warfarin?
No—Pycnogenol in this product may increase bleeding risk with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs. Talk with your doctor before combining them; you may need monitoring or dose changes.
What if I take diabetes medication?
Both horsetail and Pycnogenol can theoretically lower blood sugar further, raising the risk of hypoglycemia. Monitor your blood glucose closely and discuss this with your doctor; your diabetes medication dose might need adjustment.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Horsetail should be avoided in both pregnancy and breastfeeding due to insufficient safety data. Pycnogenol is possibly safe in pregnancy but should be avoided while breastfeeding. Hyaluronic acid has no safety data on file for pregnancy or lactation. Talk with your doctor before using any of these ingredients if you're pregnant or nursing.
What side effects might I experience?
Horsetail may cause abdominal bloating, more frequent bowel movements, and nausea. Pycnogenol may cause dizziness, vertigo, headache, and stomach upset. Hyaluronic acid is generally well tolerated orally.
Does this product actually work for arthritis or asthma?
Pycnogenol has possibly effective evidence for osteoarthritis and asthma, meaning studies suggest benefit but the evidence isn't definitive. Results vary from person to person, and it's not a replacement for your doctor's treatment plan.
I'm on lithium—is this safe?
No—horsetail in this product may theoretically raise lithium levels and increase toxicity risk. Do not take this product without checking with your doctor first; lithium levels are critical to monitor.

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The Full Monographs Behind Pycnogenol Pine Extract’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance in the body that helps hold water in the skin, joints, and eyes. Oral and topical products are popular for skin moisture and joint comfort, and the evi...

Read the full Hyaluronic Acid monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Horsetail

Interacts with 188 drugs

Horsetail is a traditional herb most often used as a mild diuretic and for hair, nail, and bone support, but high-quality human evidence is limited. It can cause thiamine (vitamin B1) loss w...

Read the full Horsetail monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Maritime Pine

Interacts with 327 drugs

Maritime pine bark extract (often sold as Pycnogenol) is a plant-based antioxidant most studied for circulation, vein, and skin health. Some research is promising, but many studies are small...

Read the full Maritime Pine monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Pycnogenol Pine Extract's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 32 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Hyaluronic Acid 4 references
  1. Park Y, Song JS, Choi CY, Yoon KC, Lee HK, Kim HS. A randomized multicenter study comparing 0.1%, 0.15%, and 0.3% sodium hyaluronate with 0.05% cyclosporine in the treatment of dry eye. J Ocul Pharmacol Ther. 2017;33(2):66-72. PubMed
  2. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Do Not Use Needle-Free Devices for Injection of Dermal Fillers - FDA Safety Communication. October 8, 2021. Available at: https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/do-not-use-needle-free-devices-injection
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  4. Humbert P, Mikosinki J, Benchikhi H, Allaert FA. Efficacy and safety of a gauze pad containing hyaluronic acid in treatment of leg ulcers of venous or mixed origin: a double-blind, randomised, controlled trial. Int Wound J 2013;10(2):159-66. PubMed

See these in context on the Hyaluronic Acid monograph →

Horsetail 14 references
  1. Sudan BJ. Seborrhoeic dermatitis induced by nicotine of horsetails (Equisetum arvense L.). Contact Dermatitis 1985;13:201-2.
  2. Perez Gutierrez RM, Laguna GY, Walkowski A. Diuretic activity of Mexican equisetum. J Ethnopharmacol 1985;14:269-72. PubMed
  3. Lemus I, Garcia R, Erazo S, et al. Diuretic activity of an Equisetum bogotense tea (Platero herb): evaluation in healthy volunteers. J Ethnopharmacol 1996;54:55-8. PubMed
  4. Revilla MC, Andrade-Cetto A, Islas S, Wiedenfeld H. Hypoglycemic effect of Equisetum myriochaetum aerial parts on type 2 diabetic patients. J Ethnopharmacol 2002;81:117-20. PubMed
  5. Tiktinskii, O. L. and Bablumian, I. A. [Therapeutic action of Java tea and field horsetail in uric acid diathesis]. Urol.Nefrol.(Mosk) 1983;3(1):47-50.
  6. Henderson JA, Evans EV, and McIntosh RA. The antithiamine action of Equisetum. J Amer Vet Med Assoc 1952;120:375-378.
  7. Carneiro DM, Freire RC, Honório TC, Zoghaib I, Cardoso FF, Tresvenzol LM, de Paula JR, Sousa AL, Jardim PC, da Cunha LC. Randomized, Double-Blind Clinical Trial to Assess the Acute Diuretic Effect of Equisetum arvense (Field Horsetail) in Healthy Voluntee
  8. Klnçalp S, Ekiz F, Basar Ö, Coban S, Yüksel O. Equisetum arvense (Field Horsetail)-induced liver injury. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2012 Feb;24(2):213-4. PubMed
  9. Ortega García JA, Angulo MG, Sobrino-Najul EJ, Soldin OP, Mira AP, Martínez-Salcedo E, Claudio L. Prenatal exposure of a girl with autism spectrum disorder to 'horsetail' (Equisetum arvense) herbal remedy and alcohol: a case report. J Med Case Rep. 2011 M PubMed
  10. Cordova E, Morganti L, Rodriguez C. Possible Drug-Herb Interaction between Herbal Supplement Containing Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) and Antiretroviral Drugs. J Int Assoc Provid AIDS Care. 2017;16(1):11-13.
  11. García Gavilán MD, Moreno García AM, Rosales Zabal JM, Navarro Jarabo JM, Sánchez Cantos A. Case of drug-induced acute pancreatitis produced by horsetail infusions. Rev Esp Enferm Dig. 2017 Apr;109(4):301-304. PubMed
  12. Vieira GT, de Oliveira TT, Carneiro MAA, et al. Antidiabetic effect of Equisetum giganteum L. extract on alloxan-diabetic rabbit. J Ethnopharmacol. 2020;260:112898. PubMed
  13. Health Canada. Organism-Equisetum arvense. Available at: http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/ingredReq.do?id=6117&lang=eng. Accessed 21-July 2021.
  14. Bates D, Duong TB, Kheyson S, Moore K. Hyponatremia Secondary to Decreased Oral Intake and SIADH and Possibly Exacerbated by Horsetail (Equisetum arvense). Can J Hosp Pharm 2021;74(4):386-389. PubMed

See these in context on the Horsetail monograph →

Maritime Pine 14 references
  1. Rice-Evans CA, Packer L, eds. Flavonoids in Health and Disease. Manhattan, NY: Marcel Dekker, Inc., 1998.
  2. Liu FJ, Zhang YX, Lau BH. Pycnogenol enhances immune and haemopoietic functions in senescence-accelerated mice. Cell Mol Life Sci 1998;54:1168-72. PubMed
  3. Putter M, Grotemeyer KH, Wurthwein G, et al. Inhibition of smoking-induced platelet aggregation by aspirin and pycnogenol. Thromb Res 1999;95:155-61. PubMed
  4. Kohama T, Inoue M. Pycnogenol alleviates pain associated with pregnancy. Phytother Res 2006;20:232-4.
  5. Liu X, Zhou HJ, Rohdewald P. French maritime pine bark extract pycnogenol dose-dependently lowers glucose in type 2 diabetic patients (letter). Diabetes Care 2004;27:839. PubMed
  6. Liu X, Wei J, Tan F, et al. Antidiabetic effect of Pycnogenol French maritime pine bark extract in patients with diabetes type II. Life Sci 2004;75:2505-13. PubMed
  7. Wilson D, Evans M, Guthrie N et al. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled exploratory study to evaluate the potential of pycnogenol for improving allergic rhinitis symptoms. Phytother Res 2010;24:1115-9.
  8. Araghi-Niknam, M., Hosseini, S., Larson, D., Rohdewald, P., and Watson, R. R. Pine bark extract reduces platelet aggregation. Integr.Med. 3-21-2000;2(2):73-77. PubMed
  9. Trebaticka, J., Kopasova, S., Hradecna, Z., Cinovsky, K., Skodacek, I., Suba, J., Muchova, J., Zitnanova, I., Waczulikova, I., Rohdewald, P., and Durackova, Z. Treatment of ADHD with French maritime pine bark extract, Pycnogenol. Eur.Child Adolesc.Psychi PubMed
  10. Suzuki, N., Uebaba, K., Kohama, T., Moniwa, N., Kanayama, N., and Koike, K. French maritime pine bark extract significantly lowers the requirement for analgesic medication in dysmenorrhea: a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
  11. Cisar, P., Jany, R., Waczulikova, I., Sumegova, K., Muchova, J., Vojtassak, J., Durackova, Z., Lisy, M., and Rohdewald, P. Effect of pine bark extract (Pycnogenol) on symptoms of knee osteoarthritis. Phytother.Res. 2008;22(8):1087-1092.
  12. Enseleit, F., Sudano, I., Periat, D., Winnik, S., Wolfrum, M., Flammer, A. J., Frohlich, G. M., Kaiser, P., Hirt, A., Haile, S. R., Krasniqi, N., Matter, C. M., Uhlenhut, K., Hogger, P., Neidhart, M., Luscher, T. F., Ruschitzka, F., and Noll, G. Effects
  13. Schoonees, A., Visser, J., Musekiwa, A., and Volmink, J. Pycnogenol(R) (extract of French maritime pine bark) for the treatment of chronic disorders. Cochrane.Database.Syst.Rev. 2012;4:CD008294.
  14. Wang S, Tan D Zhao Y et al. The effect of pycnogenol on the microcirculation, platelet function and ischemic myocardium in patients with coronary artery diseases. Eur Bull Drug Res 1999;7:19-25.

See these in context on the Maritime Pine monograph →

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