Introduction
Diohes DS is a combinational medicine used in the treatment of varicose veins. It improves blood flow in the veins and restores its function.
Diohes DS can be taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
The most common side effects are itching, stomach pain, nausea and dizziness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. Lifestyle modifications like reducing smoking, increasing exercise and a healthy diet will help you to get better results.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. You should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney heart problems. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Side effects of Diohes DS
Common
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Hives
- Itching
- Nausea
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Stomach pain
How to use Diohes DS
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diohes DS is to be taken with food.
How Diohes DS works
Diohes DS is a flavonoid. It works by blocking the action of chemical messengers (prostaglandins, thromboxane A2) which cause inflammation (swelling) of the veins. This improves blood flow in the veins and restores normal vein function.