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Calcium Dobesilate
INFORMATION ABOUT CALCIUM DOBESILATE
Calcium Dobesilate Uses
Calcium Dobesilate is used in the treatment of piles and varicose veins.
How Calcium Dobesilate works
Calcium Dobesilate works on the walls of the small vessel and decreases their leakage and fragility. It also improves blood flow by decreasing viscosity/thickness of blood.
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Written By
Dr. Swati Mishra
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
28 Mar 2025 | 06:30 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Calcium Dobesilate
  • Calcium Dobesilate is used in the treatment of piles and varicose veins.
  • Take it as per the dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • It should be taken with food.
  • 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 stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Frequently asked questions for Calcium Dobesilate
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.
Yes, there is evidence that Calcium Dobesilate is effective in cases of diabetic retinopathy. Calcium Dobesilate 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.
Calcium Dobesilate 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.
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.