Dobesil Ointment
Product introduction
Dobesil Ointment is used in the treatment of varicose veins and piles. It improves blood flow in the veins and restores its function.
Dobesil Ointment is used to treat eye disease due to diabetes and also to stop bleeding in some surgical processes
Dobesil Ointment is used to treat eye disease due to diabetes and also to stop bleeding in some surgical processes
Uses of Dobesil Ointment
Benefits of Dobesil Ointment
In Treatment of Piles
Dobesil Ointment has antioxidant properties that promote healing in piles (hemorrhoids). It improves blood flow and effectively relieves pain, swelling, irritation or itching caused due to piles. Always use the medicine as prescribed to get maximum benefit. Make sure to avoid spicy, oil-rich food and take plenty of fibers to aid in digestion and ensure speedy recovery.
In Treatment of Varicose veins
Varicose veins are caused due to problems with blood flow from the veins of the legs to the heart causing and this causes discomfort. Dobesil Ointment helps improve blood flow, decreases leakage as well as rupture of veins, prevents clotting of blood and also acts as an antioxidant to promote healing. This ensures to relieve symptoms of varicose veins such as pain and inflammation. This can help you carry out your daily activities better and enhances the quality of life.
Side effects of Dobesil Ointment
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dobesil
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Skin rash
- Fever
- Nausea
- Vomiting
How to use Dobesil Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dobesil Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dobesil Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take it as per the dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you notice an allergic reaction like skin rash, fever, nausea, and vomiting.
- Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected, inflamed or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- You may experience application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness). Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzenesulfonic acid Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Capillary permeability reducer
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Dobesil Ointment be used in leg vein ulcers and swelling?
Yes, it can be used in the treatment of chronic conditions in which the leg vein becomes diseased or abnormal. Such conditions may include varicose veins and spider veins. These conditions can lead to ulcers in the lower leg along with leg swelling and pain. Contact your doctor if you have such a condition and get a consultation before you start taking this medication.
Is Dobesil Ointment effective in diabetic retinopathy?
Yes, there is evidence that Dobesil Ointment is effective in cases of diabetic retinopathy. Dobesil Ointment acts as a potent antioxidant and prevents the action of highly damaging free radicals. It has also been seen that it improves the damage and overgrowth of layers of small blood vessels as seen in diabetic retinopathy.
Can Dobesil Ointment completely heal leg ulcers?
Dobesil Ointment is useful in treating leg ulcers, but the healing depends upon the severity of the disease and the response of the patient. It is not given alone and is prescribed along with other therapies to make it more effective. Contact your doctor before you start using this medication as you might need other medications based on the severity and condition of the ulcer.
Does Dobesil Ointment benefit in piles or hemorrhoids?
Yes, it is used in the treatment of piles. It effectively relieves the acute symptoms of hemorrhoidal disease in people who take a proper diet and have normal bowel habits. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.
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Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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