Dobrid Capsule belongs to the group of medicines known as 'vasoprotective', primarily indicated in the treatment of hemorrhoids (piles), varicose veins (enlarged, swollen, and twisted veins), and diabetic retinopathy (damage to light-sensitive the black part of the eye). Hemorrhoids also known as piles, is a medical condition that happens when veins present in the anus and rectum area(the last part of the large intestine that ends up in the anus) get swell and become painful. The varicose vein is a condition in which veins (a type of blood vessel) become large, and swollen especially in the feet and legs. Diabetic retinopathy is a health condition that happens when the retina's blood vessels (the black part of the eye) get damaged in persons with diabetes.

Dobrid Capsule contains 'Calcium Dobesilate' that improves blood flow in veins (a type of blood vessel) by decreasing the thickness of blood and also relaxes the muscles of affected part of the body(legs, feet, anus, eyes) by reducing the leakage and fragility of blood vessels. In this way, it provides relief in piles, varicose veins, and diabetic retinopathy.

Take Dobrid Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take Dobrid Capsule as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition.  In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as fever, gastrointestinal disorders, skin reactions, arthralgia(joint pain), and agranulocytosis (lower white blood cell count). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol while taking Dobrid Capsule . To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Dobrid Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not exceed the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Dobrid Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Dobrid Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Dobrid Capsule causes drowsiness, so drive with caution. Dobrid Capsule should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Dobrid Capsule to rule out any side effects. Dosage should be reduced in persons dealing with kidney disease.

Dobrid Capsule belongs to the group of medicines known as 'vasoprotective', primarily indicated in the treatment of hemorrhoids (piles), varicose veins (enlarged, swollen, and twisted veins), and diabetic retinopathy (damage to light-sensitive the black part of the eye). Dobrid Capsule contains 'Calcium Dobesilate' that improves blood flow in veins (a type of blood vessel) by decreasing the thickness of blood and also relaxes the muscles of affected part of the body(legs, feet, anus, eyes) by reducing the leakage and fragility of blood vessels. In this way, it provides relief in piles, varicose veins, and diabetic retinopathy.

• Fever
• Skin reactions
• Arthralgia(joint pain)
• Gastrointestinal disorders
• Agranulocytosis (lower white blood cell count)

Do not exceed the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Dobrid Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Dobrid Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Dobrid Capsule causes drowsiness, so drive with caution. Dobrid Capsule should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Do not take Dobrid Capsule for longer durations unless prescribed by your doctor. If your condition does not improve even after taking Dobrid Capsule for 2-4 weeks, please consult your doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Dobrid Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Dobrid Capsule may not be suitable for people with respiratory disease, heart disease, epilepsy, low blood pressure, or kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Dobrid Capsule to rule out any side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol along with Dobrid Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Dobrid Capsule may interact with heart dysfunction, seizures (fits), electrolyte imbalance, liver problems, and kidney dysfunction.

• Eat a healthy and balanced diet, and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours a day for a speedy recovery.
• Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
• Try to fill half your food plate with fruits and veggies. Bananas and yoghurt taken with Dobrid Capsule may help protect your gut lining.
• Opt for food and drinks high in Omega 3 fatty acid to get relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acid-enriched foods include flaxseeds, walnut, soybean oil, salmon, and tuna fish if you prefer non-veg.
• Prefer more whole foods and grains instead of processed ones. Limiting starch may also help decrease inflammation.
• Avoid intake of processed foods, foods high in sugar and fat, as these may cause inflammation.
• Limit salt intake and prefer herbs or spices like garlic, ginger, and turmeric, a natural anti-inflammatory.
• Try to avoid alcohol as it can affect your stomach and intestine and limit the absorption of the important nutrients required by your body.

Certain diagnostic test including digital rectal exam can diagnose hemorrhoids.

Haemorrhoids: Haemorrhoids are also known as piles, are a medical condition that happens when veins present in the anus and rectum area(the last part of the large intestine that ends up in the anus) get swell and become painful. Piles can be can either be internal or external. Internal haemorrhoids occur within the rectum as the rectum area has fewer pain receptors, less troublesome and painful. At the same time, external haemorrhoids occur at the outside of the anus and are most painful. Some of the common symptoms of haemorrhoids are itching, pain, swelling, and trouble sitting. If proper treatment is not provided at the right time, haemorrhoids become irritated and cause bleeding.

The varicose vein is a condition in which veins (a type of blood vessel) become large, swollen especially in feet and legs. Veins are responsible for carrying deoxygenated (low oxygen)blood from other parts of the body to the heart to make it oxygenated. If these blood vessels get weak or damaged, it can cause swelling of veins or varicose veins. Sometimes, varicose veins do not cause any pain, and symptoms at that time included dark purple or blue colour veins, twisted or swelling veins. When painful signs and symptoms occur like heavy feeling in legs, throbbing pain, swelling in lower legs, skin discolouration around a varicose vein.

Diabetic retinopathy is a health condition that happens when the retina's blood vessels (black part of the eye) get damaged in persons who have diabetes. Initially, this disease does not cause any symptoms. Still, as this disease progresses, it can cause blurred vision, fluctuating vision, impaired colour vision, dark or empty areas in your vision, and vision loss.