- Treatment of chronic venous insufficiency, diabetic retinopathy, and hemorrhoidal conditions.
- Management of constipation where soft stools are required, such as in post-surgery or hemorrhoidal cases.
Dosage:
- Chronic conditions:
- PO 500–1000 mg/day of calcium dobesilate component.
- Constipation:
- PO 50–200 mg/day of docusate sodium component, in divided doses.
- Calcium Dobesilate:
- 500mg
- Docusate Sodium:
- 50mg
- 100mg
- Take with food to minimize GI discomfort.
- Maintain adequate hydration to enhance the stool-softening effect.
- Calcium Dobesilate: Reduces capillary permeability, stabilizes endothelial cells, and enhances microcirculation.
- Docusate Sodium: Acts as a stool softener by reducing surface tension, allowing water and fats to mix with stool.
Pharmacokinetics:
- Calcium Dobesilate: Peak plasma concentration in 6-8 hours, primarily excreted via urine.
- Docusate Sodium: Acts locally in the intestines with minimal systemic absorption.
- Mild gastrointestinal discomfort
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
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- Anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents
- Mineral oil
Drug Status
Availability | Prescription only |
Pregnancy | Only if benefits outweigh potential risks |
Breastfeeding | Use with caution |
Schedule | Not controlled |
BRAND NAME | STRENGTH | FORMULATION | PACK SIZE | MANUFACTURER | DISTRIBUTOR |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Caldoberg | 500mg/100mg | Capsule | 30’s | Synermed Pharma | Synermed Pharma |