Leeford Dobimec 500 MG Capsule (10 Cap)

DOBIMEC contains Calcium dobesilate which belongs to the group of medicines called Vasoprotective agents. It is used to treat microangiopathies such as diabetic retinopathy, hemorrhoidal syndrome (condition of inflamed and swollen blood vessels in rectum or around anus), chronic venous insufficiency/vascular dysfunction (condition of leg veins in which blood gets pooled in the legs due to failure of valves present in leg veins presenting with pain, cramps, and inactivity of legs) and adjuvant to superficial thrombophlebitis (causing clot in superficial veins) and other microcirculation disorders of arteriovenous origin.

Microangiopathy or microcirculation disorder is a disease of small blood vessels in which walls of those vessels become weak and bleed, resulting in reduced blood flow. In diabetic retinopathy, microangiopathy reduces the blood flow to retina, causing floaters (dark spots in the vision), blurred vision or even blindness.

DOBIMEC is not recommended for use in patients who are allergic to calcium dobesilate. It should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases such as obstructive jaundice, diabetic retinopathy (eye disorder that occurs due to diabetes), venous disorder such as varicose veins (enlarged veins in legs and feet), and dialysis patients with serious renal failure. DOBIMEC is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women, also it should be used with caution in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking it. The most common side effects associated with the use of DOBIMEC are fever, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, pain, nausea, vomiting and arthralgia (joint pain). Consult your doctor if any of the symptom worsens.

USES OF DOBIMEC

• Treats microangiopathies especially in diabetic retinopathy
• Treats hemorrhoidal syndrome and chronic venous insufficiency
• Used as an adjuvant to superficial thrombophlebitis and also treats other microcirculation disorders

HOW DOBIMEC WORKS

DOBIMEC works by reducing the permeability or leakage in the blood vessels by acting on collagen chains, resulting in strengthening of the vessel walls which also reduces the action of the chemical messengers that increase the permeability of vessel walls, thereby resulting in reduced bleeding in small vessels.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take DOBIMEC as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water and take this medicine along with food. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DOBIMEC

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Diarrhoea:

Drink lot of fluids, such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to treat diarrhoea and consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

Nausea and vomiting:

Try to take DOBIMEC with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily, fried or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

Itching:

Tap or pat your skin upon itching. Try not to scratch the itchy skin. Take cool or warm bath and place cool damp towel on the skin. Wear loose cotton clothes. Avoid using perfumed moisturizers, deodorants or soaps.

Constipation:

Take fiber rich foods in your diet such as fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grain cereals, and drink plenty of fluids. Exercise more regularly and stay active. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking DOBIMEC, inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines including prescription or non-prescription medicines, herbals or vitamin supplements.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of DOBIMEC, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital if you experience any unusual symptoms.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep the medicine out of reach in children
• Store DOBIMEC at room temperature