The drug "Flebodia", analogues of which are presented on the pharmaceutical market by means of "Vazoket" and "Diavenor 600", is produced in the form of tablets.
The active substance of each of them is 600 mg of diosmin. The medicine belongs to the clinical and pharmacological group of venotonic drugs.
It has angioprotective properties. The use of this drug can reduce the extensibility of the walls of the veins, improve their elasticity, partially remove the symptoms of venous stasis.
It positively affects the function of the lymphatic capillaries, increases the frequency of their contraction and tone, and normalizes lymphatic pressure. The drug "Phlebodia", reviews confirm this, activates the microcirculation of the blood, has an anti-inflammatory effect. Against the background of taking these tablets, the adhesion of leukocytes in the veins decreases, their penetration into the paravenous tissues, the absorption of oxygen and perfusion in the skin are improved. When interacting with drugs of adrenaline and norepinephrine, the active substance diosmin enhances their ability to constrict blood vessels. It has the ability to block the formation of free radicals, thromboxane and prostaglandins in the body.
The drug "Phlebodia", reviews of doctors indicate this, is well absorbed from the digestive tract, distributed evenly along the walls of the vena cava. It is excreted mainly through the kidneys, as well as through the intestines.
The doctor prescribes the drug:
- with varicose veins of the lower extremities;
- with lymphovenous insufficiency of the lower extremities, expressed in chronic form;
- with hemorrhoids;
- with microcirculation disorders.
Patients suffering from varicose veins, from chronic lymphatic insufficiency in the initial stage, characterized by heaviness in the legs, are recommended to prescribe “Phlebodia” tablets, which are positive reviews, 1 each morning before breakfast. The treatment lasts 2 months.
For patients who have established severe chronic lymphatic insufficiency with edema, pain and cramps, the treatment is extended to 6 months, and in some cases longer. Then they take a break for several months and repeat the course of therapy.
For patients who have established hemorrhoids in the acute stage, the doctor prescribes 2-3 phlebodia tablets per day. Reviews of patients indicate the effectiveness of the treatment of hemorrhoids with this pharmaceutical agent. The drug is prescribed with meals, the duration of the course is 7 days. Then the daily dose of the drug is reduced to 1 tablet. At the discretion of the doctor, depending on the condition of the patient, the treatment in some cases is continued for a period of 1 to 2 months.
The drug "Phlebodia" during pregnancy is prescribed in the second and third trimester with a daily dose of 1 tablet for the treatment of chronic lymphatic venous insufficiency. Before giving birth, for 2 weeks or 3 weeks, it is recommended to cancel the appointment of this medication.
In clinical trials, the side effect of the drug was very rare. Of the disturbances in the functioning of the nervous system, there is data only on the possible occurrence of a headache. Disturbances in the digestive system are manifested by dyspepsia. Other disorders in the body are manifested by an allergic reaction that occurs against a background of hypersensitivity to the drug.
When prescribing the pharmaceutical venotonic agent “Flebodia”, the doctor must take into account contraindications to its use. Do not use drugs with the active substance diosmin:
- for the treatment of children under the age of 18;
- for women breastfeeding babies;
- with increased sensitivity of the body to the components of the drug.