Compositions and Methods for Treating Bruises

Abstract

A composition for the treatment of bruising is disclosed. The composition can include an antioxidant, one or more citrus flavanoids, as active agents along with a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient or filler. The compositions are nutriceutical formulations having the capacity to reduce the number of bruises that occur over time and that reduce the healing time of bruises. The compositions are preferably in tablet form for oral consumption one or more times per day. A method of reducing bruising is also disclosed in which a patient in need of a treatment for bruising or at risk of developing bruises is identified. The composition can then be administered orally to the patient.

1 . A method of reducing bruising comprising the administration to a patient in need thereof a composition comprising one or more of an antioxidant, a citrus flavanoid, and pharmaceutically acceptable excipients or fillers. 
     
     
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