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Dovesil Tablet 500 mg (Dovesil Calcium Hydrate)

Dovesil Tablet 500 mg (Dovesil Calcium Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Dobesilate Calcium Hydrate›500mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Iyeon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White rectangular tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 90 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201707643 · Approved 2017.10.30 · Insurance code 658603480

Summary

Main use
Treatment of capillary disorders (such as diabetic retinopathy), venous disorders (such as edema), and hemorrhoids
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer the following doses of calcium dobesilate hydrate orally. 1. Vascular damage and retinopathy: 500 ∼ 1000 mg daily 2. Venous disease: Administer 750 mg daily for 1 ∼ 3 weeks, followed by 500 mg daily. Take after meals with plenty of fluids. The dose may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Iyeon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of capillary disorders (such as diabetic retinopathy), venous disorders (such as edema), and hemorrhoids

  • Increased capillary rupture
  • permeability disorders
  • vascular damage
  • diabetic microangiopathy
  • diabetic retinopathy
  • venous insufficiency
  • post-thrombotic syndrome
  • peripheral venous edema
  • hemorrhoids
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This medicine is used for vascular damage caused by increased capillary rupture and permeability disorders, diabetic microvascular complications, diabetic retinopathy, venous insufficiency, post-thrombotic syndrome, peripheral venous edema, and conditions such as hemorrhoids.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer the following doses of calcium dobesilate hydrate orally. 1. Vascular damage and retinopathy: 500 ∼ 1000 mg daily 2. Venous disease: Administer 750 mg daily for 1 ∼ 3 weeks, followed by 500 mg daily. Take after meals with plenty of fluids. The dose may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication contains Dovesil Calcium Hydrate as its main ingredient and should not be used in certain patients. First, individuals who are allergic to or show hypersensitivity to any components of this drug should not take it. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also avoid using this medication. Additionally, it contains lactose, hence patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion should refrain from taking this medication. Patients with poor kidney function should use this medication cautiously. Especially in cases of severe renal failure requiring dialysis, the dosage may need to be reduced. Patients with impaired liver function should also use this medication carefully, and if liver function tests show elevated levels, the treatment effect should be re-evaluated. This medication contains sulfites, which can cause serious allergic reactions or asthma attacks in individuals allergic to sulfites or in asthma patients, so caution is needed. Common side effects that may occur while taking this medication include headache, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, joint pain, and muscle pain. Rarely, serious side effects such as a reduction in blood cell count may occur, so if high fever or signs of infection develop, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is required. If any skin rash or allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use and seek medical attention. This medication can cause severe allergic reactions; therefore, if symptoms occur, immediately stop taking it and seek emergency care. No specific interactions with other drugs are known; however, since this medication may affect blood test results, it is advisable to undergo testing before administration.

Side effects

  • Agranulocytosis
  • neutropenia
  • leukopenia
  • hypersensitivity reaction
  • skin rash
  • allergic dermatitis
  • pruritus
  • urticaria
  • facial swelling
  • anaphylactic reaction
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  • headache
  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • increased alanine aminotransferase
  • arthralgia
  • myalgia
  • fever
  • chills
  • lethargy
  • fatigue

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This drug is sensitive to light; it should be stored in a tightly sealed container that protects it from light. Moreover, it is best stored at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White rectangular tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 90 tablets/bottle

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