Brand Name: Doxium®
Generic Name: calcium dobesilate
Partner: OM Pharma (Switzerland)

Doxium  500 contains, as its active substance, calcium dobesilate.

It acts on small blood vessels-capillaries-by normalizing the resistance and permeability of their walls.

Indications:

  • blood micro-circulation disorders in the case of diabetes (such as diabetic retinopathy)
  • skin problems linked to vein disorders varicose veins with swelling, pins and needles, pain and cramp  
  • hemorrhoids
  • in addition to other treatments for complications after vein inflammation (phlebitis)
  • in addition to surgical treatment or sclerotherapy for varicose veins

Dose:

For adults only.

  • In general, 1 to 2 capsules should be taken, once or twice a day

Doxium 500 capsules should be taken during or immediately after meals with a little water, in order to minimize any gastric discomfort 

 

Common side effects:

Abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, headaches, joint pain, muscle pain

Pregnancy or Breast-feeding:

  • Doxium must not be used during pregnancy, unless explicitly prescribed by your doctor
  • As a precaution, either treatment or breast-feeding should be suspended. Please consult your doctor

              

  For more information, consult your doctor or your pharmacist