Daflon 500mg: Uses, dosage and side effects note

Posted by Pharmacist Nguyen Van Thang - Faculty of Pharmacy - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital

Depending on the extent and condition of the disease, hemorrhoids can be treated conservatively or surgically. Management of hemorrhoids will include dietary changes, drinking plenty of water, changes in lifestyle habits, and the use of some common hemorrhoid medications.

Daflon 500mg is a tablet form containing a mixture of fractionated flavonoids, expressed under 2 ingredients: diosmin 450mg and hesperidin 50mg.
The drug has the effect of reducing the tension and stagnation of the veins, protecting and increasing the durability of small blood vessels. Therefore, Daflon 500mg is often used in the following cases:
Venous circulation disorder (swollen, painful, restless legs) Symptoms of acute hemorrhoidal attack

Venous insufficiency: take 1 tablet x 2 times/day with meals. Acute hemorrhoids: 6 tablets for the first 4 days, then 4 tablets for the next 3 days, use with meals. 3 Side effects of the drug Daflon 500mg When using the drug may experience a number of undesirable effects, of which the most common are effects on the gastrointestinal tract such as diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, vomiting. In rare cases, users may experience dizziness, headache, irritability, rash, and itchy papules.
Although very rare, there are cases where there can be sudden swelling of the face, lips, mouth and tongue, making it difficult to breathe. If you experience these symptoms, you should immediately contact your doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for assistance.

4. Precautions when using Daflon 500mg Do not use if you are sensitive to any of its ingredients. and take your next dose as usual. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
The use of drugs also needs to be combined with non-pharmacological therapies:
Venous insufficiency:
Combine with postural therapy (elevate the legs while sleeping) Apply a weight loss plan (if overweight) Avoid standing for too long Can be combined with socks (socks). Talk to your doctor/pharmacist at your pharmacy for advice on the right sock size. Can practice appropriate sports (swimming, cycling, jumping...) Acute hemorrhoids:
Eat more fiber (green vegetables, fruits), drink plenty of water, unless otherwise directed by the doctor. doctor, pharmacist. Other drugs can be used to relieve pain, reduce irritation as well as other symptoms (if any) If the condition does not improve after 15 days of taking the drug, it is necessary to inform the treating doctor. below 30oC and keep out of reach of children.

In addition to drugs, there are also a number of products that can be used to reduce the symptoms of hemorrhoids, which can be found in the Product Package to support the treatment of hemorrhoids. Vinmec International General Hospital with a system of modern facilities, medical equipment and a team of experts and doctors with many years of experience in medical examination and treatment, patients can rest assured to visit. and hospital treatment.

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