Troxerutin in the treatment of eye diseases - a proven substance rediscovered

Troxerutin is a well and for a long time known substance, it is a semi-synthetic bioflavonoid derived from rutin. Original substance is supplied from flowers of Styphnolobium japonicum tree. The author discusses actual medical effects of troxerutin, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antithrombosis and protecting endothelium of small vessels. Being water-soluble, it can be used as ophthalmic drops in treatment of subconjunctival haemorrhage, vitreous haemorrhage and early stages of diabetic retinopathy.