Doxium Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Ca dobesilate

Indications/Uses

Diabetic microangiopathies including management of diabetic retinopathy, consolidating therapy w/ laser photocoagulation & glomerulosclerosis (Kimmelstiel-Wilson syndrome). Other vascular disorders including chronic venous insufficiency & hemorrhoids.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Diabetic microangiopathies Initially 1.5-2 g daily. Maintenance: 1 g daily. Other vascular disorders 0.5-1 g daily.

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Administration

Should be taken with food: Take during or immediately after main meals to reduce GI discomfort.

Special Precautions

Pregnancy & lactation.

Adverse Reactions

GI disturbances; nausea, diarrhea, skin rash, fever, joint & muscle pain, headache.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Anorectal Preparations / Other Eye Preparations / Phlebitis & Varicose Preparations

ATC Classification

C05BX01 - calcium dobesilate ; Belongs to the class of other sclerosing agent used in antivaricose therapy.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Doxium cap 500 mg

Packing/Price

30's (P1,202.47/pack)

Doxium

calcium dobesilate

Manufacturer:

Sandoz

Distributor:

Sandoz