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Product introduction

Dobesil-H Cream is a combination medicine used in the treatment of piles. It relieves the pain, swelling, itching, and discomfort associated with the passing of stools in people who suffer from problems in the anal area.

Dobesil-H Cream should be used in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Clean and dry the affected area before applying this medicine. Make sure to wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not use your finger to apply this medicine. Do not stop using it suddenly without talking to your doctor, as it may lead to worsening of your condition.

Using of this medicine may cause application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching, and redness). These are temporary and usually resolves on with time. You should consult your doctor if any of these do not resolve with time and persists for a longer duration.

Avoid getting it into your eyes, nose or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention. You should stop using it and inform your doctor if you notice worsening of the infection or if you develop increased redness and irritation.

Uses of Dobesil-H Rectal Cream

Benefits of Dobesil-H Rectal Cream

In Treatment of Piles

Dobesil-H Cream reduces discomfort, improves blood flow, decreases leakage as well as rupture of veins and prevents clotting of blood. This effectively relieves pain, swelling, irritation or itching caused due to piles. It also has antioxidant properties that promote healing in plies (hemorrhoids). Always use Dobesil-H Cream as prescribed to get maximum benefit. Make sure to avoid spicy, oil-rich food and take plenty of fibers to aid in digestion and ensure speedy recovery.

Side effects of Dobesil-H Rectal Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dobesil-H

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Dobesil-H Rectal Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

How Dobesil-H Rectal Cream works

Dobesil-H Cream is a combination of four medicines: Lidocaine / Lignocaine, Calcium Dobesilate, Hydrocortisone and Zinc. Lidocaine / Lignocaine is a local anesthetic which works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain, thereby decreasing the sensation of pain. Calcium Dobesilate is a vasoprotective medicine which works on the walls of the small blood vessels and reduces their leakage and fragility. It also improves blood flow by decreasing viscosity/thickness of blood, thereby relieving inflammation (redness and swelling) in piles/haemorrhoids and promoting healing. Hydrocortisone is a steroid which reduces redness, itching, and swelling due to piles/haemorrhoids. Zinc has astringent and antiseptic action.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dobesil-H Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dobesil-H Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dobesil-H Cream is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dobesil-H Cream may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Dobesil-H Cream should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dobesil-H Cream may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Dobesil-H Rectal Cream?

If you miss a dose of Dobesil-H Cream, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Dobesil-H Cream is prescribed for the treatment of piles.
  • Apart from using Dobesil-H Cream, you can indulge in warm baths. It may help soothe the area and thus may ease the pain.
  • Don't ignore the feeling of needing to pass stools. Some people suppress this feeling and put off going to the toilet until later. This may result in bigger and harder stools forming that are more difficult to pass later.
  • Do not take any oral laxative along with Dobesil-H Cream without consulting your doctor.
  • Sometimes certain medicines like iron tablets, antibiotics might cause constipation. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of them.
  • A fiber-rich diet (wholegrain bread and cereals, fruit and green leafy vegetables) with six to eight full glasses of water each day and daily exercise are important in maintaining healthy bowel function.
  • Dobesil-H Cream is prescribed for the treatment of piles.
  • Apart from using Dobesil-H Cream, you can indulge in warm baths. It may help soothe the area and thus may ease the pain.
  • Don't ignore the feeling of needing to pass stools. Some people suppress this feeling and put off going to the toilet until later. This may result in bigger and harder stools forming that are more difficult to pass later.
  • Do not take any oral laxative along with Dobesil-H Cream without consulting your doctor.
  • Sometimes certain medicines like iron tablets, antibiotics might cause constipation. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of them.
  • A fiber-rich diet (wholegrain bread and cereals, fruit and green leafy vegetables) with six to eight full glasses of water each day and daily exercise are important in maintaining healthy bowel function.

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Patient concerns

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The Eco Cardigram report of myself shows adverse result(report attached) though I do not feel any discomfort in my Heart but presently my vericose vain problem which was operated in 2012 by RF Ablation GSV with Foam Sclerotherapy has relapsed aggressively by ulcer, pain and bleeding for which I take DOBESIL 500 MG twice daily with continuation of my Heart medicine ALDACTONE25 in the morning and TELMA20 at night (Prescription attached) and continues ELTROXINE50 in empty stomach in the early morning. My question is is there any relation of relapse of vericose vain with continuation of Heart medicines? Whether I can continue the medicine DOBESIL and ELTROXINE50 with the Heart medicine and how long? since I may have to take Heart medicine life long.
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Interventional Cardiology
Need to continue heart medicines dobesil n thyroid meds to continue long term
What would be alternative for this medicine for same salt composition of some lower price. Name of the medicine -- ( Telmisartan 40 mg and Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg tablets USP
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Interventional Cardiology
Telma h 40/12.5
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FAQs

What are piles?

Piles, also known as haemorrhoids, are simply swollen blood vessels in your rectal area or anus. These swollen blood vessels can cause severe pain or an itchy sensation. This sensation can be very stressful and irritating. Dobesil-H Cream is an effective treatment for piles.

Can I stop taking Dobesil-H Cream when my piles symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Dobesil-H Cream and complete the full course of treatment. Your symptoms may improve before the piles are completely cured.

Will Dobesil-H Cream be more effective if taken more than prescribed?

No, a higher than the recommended dosage of Dobesil-H Cream will not be more effective. Moreover, it can result in too much of medicine being absorbed into the body and cause unwanted side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Are there any special instructions regarding the storage and disposal of this medicine?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India

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