DOBENOX 500 mg Tablets

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Andrei Popov

General medicinePain medicine7 years of experience

Dr. Andrei Popov is a family physician with specialized training in the management of chronic pain. He provides video consultations for adults in Spain and across Europe: whether you have been living with pain for months that no one has been able to properly explain, or you need to resolve a health issue without waiting weeks for an appointment.

His approach is clear: to listen, organize your case, and provide you with a practical roadmap based on evidence-based medicine and adapted to your medical history and personal needs.

Pain: how he can help

  • Chronic pain (more than 3 months
  • Migraine and recurrent or high-intensity headaches
  •  Neck, lower back, back and joint pain
  •  Post-traumatic pain after injuries or surgeries
  •  Pain of neurological origin: neuralgia, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia

General medicine

  • Frequent respiratory infections (cold, flu, persistent cough)
  • Hypertension, diabetes and metabolic disorders
  • Review of laboratory tests and MRI/CT reports (explained in clear language)
  • Preventive medicine and health monitoring
  • Second opinions and treatment adjustments (when clinically appropriate)

What the consultation is like
 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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About the medicine

How to use Dobenox Forte

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient
  2. DOBENOX, 250 mg, coated tablets
  3. DOBENOX Forte, 500 mg, coated tablets
    1. Read the package leaflet carefully before taking the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.
    2. Table of Contents of the Package Leaflet
  4. What is Dobenox or Dobenox Forte and what is it used for
    1. Indications for Use
  5. Important Information Before Taking Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
    1. When Not to Take Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
    2. Warnings and Precautions
    3. Dobenox or Dobenox Forte and Other Medicines
    4. Dobenox or Dobenox Forte with Food and Drink
    5. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
    6. Driving and Operating Machines
    7. Dobenox or Dobenox Forte Contains Lactose
  6. How to Take Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
    1. Dobenox, 250 mg, Coated Tablets
    2. Dobenox Forte, 500 mg, Coated Tablets
    3. Taking a Higher Dose of Dobenox or Dobenox Forte Than Recommended
    4. Missing a Dose of Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
    5. Stopping Treatment with Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
  7. Possible Side Effects
    1. If Any of These Symptoms or Other Infection Symptoms Occur, the Patient Should Stop Taking the Medicine and Consult Their Doctor Immediately.
    2. Reporting Side Effects
  8. How to Store Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
  9. Package Contents and Other Information
    1. What Dobenox or Dobenox Forte Contains
    2. What Dobenox or Dobenox Forte Looks Like and What the Package Contains
    3. Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer

Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient

DOBENOX, 250 mg, coated tablets

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DOBENOX Forte, 500 mg, coated tablets

Calcii dobesilas monohydricus

Read the package leaflet carefully before taking the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.

This medicine should always be taken exactly as described in this package leaflet for the patient or as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.

  • This package leaflet should be kept in case it needs to be read again.
  • If advice or additional information is needed, a pharmacist should be consulted.
  • If the patient experiences any side effects, including any side effects not listed in this package leaflet, they should inform their doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
  • If there is no improvement or the patient feels worse, they should contact their doctor.

Table of Contents of the Package Leaflet

  • 1. What is Dobenox or Dobenox Forte and what is it used for
  • 2. Important information before taking Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
  • 3. How to take Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
  • 4. Possible side effects
  • 5. How to store Dobenox or Dobenox Forte
  • 6. Package contents and other information

1. What is Dobenox or Dobenox Forte and what is it used for

The active substance of the medicine is calcium dobesilate monohydrate, which improves venous circulation and has a protective effect on blood vessels. It reduces the permeability of their walls and excessive blood and serum viscosity, preventing the formation of stasis and thrombosis in venous vessels.

Indications for Use

Symptomatic treatment of chronic venous insufficiency of the lower limbs (pain and nocturnal cramps in the legs, feeling of heaviness in the legs, paresthesia, edema, skin changes due to blood stasis), varicose veins of the lower limbs.
Symptomatic treatment of hemorrhoids.

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2. Important Information Before Taking Dobenox or Dobenox Forte

When Not to Take Dobenox or Dobenox Forte

if the patient is allergic to calcium dobesilate monohydrate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).

Warnings and Precautions

Before starting treatment with Dobenox or Dobenox Forte, the patient should discuss it with their doctor or pharmacist.
The medicine should be used with caution if the patient has gastric or duodenal ulcer disease, or renal insufficiency.
The patient should stop taking the medicine immediately and contact their doctor if they experience symptoms such as fever, sore throat, difficulty swallowing, oral inflammation, nasal mucosa inflammation, genital or anal inflammation, as these may be symptoms of a serious disease - agranulocytosis.
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Dobenox or Dobenox Forte and Other Medicines

The patient should inform their doctor or pharmacist about all medicines they are currently taking or have recently taken, as well as any medicines they plan to take.

Dobenox or Dobenox Forte with Food and Drink

The medicine should be taken after meals to avoid or minimize gastrointestinal side effects.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, or thinks they may be pregnant or plans to have a child, they should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
The medicine is not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy.
The medicine may be used during pregnancy only if, in the doctor's opinion, the benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.
The medicine should not be used during breastfeeding.

Driving and Operating Machines

The medicine does not affect the ability to drive or operate machines.

Dobenox or Dobenox Forte Contains Lactose

If the patient has previously been diagnosed with intolerance to some sugars, they should contact their doctor before taking the medicine.
1 tablet of Dobenox contains 25 mg of lactose.
1 tablet of Dobenox Forte contains 50 mg of lactose.

3. How to Take Dobenox or Dobenox Forte

This medicine should always be taken exactly as described in this package leaflet for the patient or as directed by a doctor or pharmacist. If in doubt, the patient should consult their doctor or pharmacist.
The medicine is taken orally.
The medicine should be taken after meals.

Dobenox, 250 mg, Coated Tablets

Unless otherwise directed by a doctor, the usual dose for adults is 2 to 4 tablets per day (corresponding to a daily dose of 500 mg to 1000 mg of the active substance - calcium dobesilate monohydrate):
venous insufficiency - usually 2 tablets 1-2 times a day;
hemorrhoids - usually 2 tablets 1-2 times a day.

Dobenox Forte, 500 mg, Coated Tablets

Unless otherwise directed by a doctor, the usual dose for adults is 1 to 2 tablets per day (corresponding to a daily dose of 500 mg to 1000 mg of the active substance - calcium dobesilate monohydrate):
venous insufficiency - usually 1 to 2 tablets per day;
hemorrhoids - usually 1 to 2 tablets per day.
In case of doubt, the patient should consult their doctor or pharmacist.
Treatment may last from several weeks to several months, depending on the indications.

There are no known symptoms of overdose.
In case of taking a higher dose of the medicine than recommended, the patient should immediately consult their doctor or pharmacist.
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Missing a Dose of Dobenox or Dobenox Forte

The patient should not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.

Stopping Treatment with Dobenox or Dobenox Forte

In case of any further doubts about taking this medicine, the patient should consult their doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible Side Effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The listed side effects usually disappear on their own after stopping treatment.
Uncommon side effects (occurring in 1 to 10 patients out of 10,000):
nausea, diarrhea,
skin reactions,
joint pain.
Rare side effects (occurring in less than 1 patient out of 10,000):
agranulocytosis - an acute condition that may manifest as high fever, infections in the mouth, sore throat, changes in the anus and genital area.

If Any of These Symptoms or Other Infection Symptoms Occur, the Patient Should Stop Taking the Medicine and Consult Their Doctor Immediately.

Reporting Side Effects

If the patient experiences any side effects, including any side effects not listed in this package leaflet, they should inform their doctor or pharmacist. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products
Aleje Jerozolimskie 181C, 02-222 Warsaw
tel.: 22 49 21 301, fax: 22 49 21 309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl.
Side effects can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
Reporting side effects will help gather more information on the safety of the medicine.

5. How to Store Dobenox or Dobenox Forte

Store in the original packaging, at a temperature below 25°C.
The medicine should be stored out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. The patient should ask their pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.
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6. Package Contents and Other Information

What Dobenox or Dobenox Forte Contains

The active substance of the medicine is calcium dobesilate monohydrate.
1 tablet contains 250 mg or 500 mg of calcium dobesilate monohydrate.
The other ingredients (excipients) are: microcrystalline cellulose, potato starch, lactose monohydrate, talc, magnesium stearate, colloidal silica anhydrous, Opadry II 57U18539 White coating containing: hypromellose, polydextrose, titanium dioxide (E 171), talc, maltodextrin, medium-chain triglycerides.

What Dobenox or Dobenox Forte Looks Like and What the Package Contains

Dobenox
Coated tablets - round, biconvex, white, with a uniform and smooth surface.
One package of Dobenox contains 30 coated tablets.
Dobenox Forte
Coated tablets - oval, biconvex, white, with a uniform and smooth surface.
One package of Dobenox Forte contains 30 or 60 coated tablets.

Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer

“PRZEDSIĘBIORSTWO PRODUKCJI FARMACEUTYCZNEJ HASCO-LEK” S.A.
51-131 Wrocław, ul. Żmigrodzka 242 E
Information about the medicine
tel. 22 742 00 22
e-mail: [email protected]
Date of Last Update of the Package Leaflet:03/2024
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Online doctors for Dobenox Forte

Discuss questions about Dobenox Forte, including use, safety considerations and prescription review, subject to medical assessment and local regulations.

Doctor
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Andrei Popov

General medicinePain medicine7 years of experience

Dr. Andrei Popov is a family physician with specialized training in the management of chronic pain. He provides video consultations for adults in Spain and across Europe: whether you have been living with pain for months that no one has been able to properly explain, or you need to resolve a health issue without waiting weeks for an appointment.

His approach is clear: to listen, organize your case, and provide you with a practical roadmap based on evidence-based medicine and adapted to your medical history and personal needs.

Pain: how he can help

  • Chronic pain (more than 3 months
  • Migraine and recurrent or high-intensity headaches
  •  Neck, lower back, back and joint pain
  •  Post-traumatic pain after injuries or surgeries
  •  Pain of neurological origin: neuralgia, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia

General medicine

  • Frequent respiratory infections (cold, flu, persistent cough)
  • Hypertension, diabetes and metabolic disorders
  • Review of laboratory tests and MRI/CT reports (explained in clear language)
  • Preventive medicine and health monitoring
  • Second opinions and treatment adjustments (when clinically appropriate)

What the consultation is like
 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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Yevgen Yakovenko

Family medicine12 years of experience

Dr. Yevgen Yakovenko is a licensed surgeon and general practitioner in Spain and Germany. He specialises in general, paediatric, and oncological surgery, internal medicine, and pain management. He offers online consultations for adults and children, combining surgical precision with therapeutic support. Dr Yakovenko works with patients across different countries and provides care in Ukrainian, Russian, English, and Spanish.

Areas of medical expertise:

  • Acute and chronic pain: headaches, muscle and joint pain, back pain, abdominal pain, postoperative pain. Identifying the cause, selecting treatment, and creating a care plan.
  • Internal medicine: heart, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system. Management of chronic conditions, symptom control, second opinions.
  • Pre- and postoperative care: risk assessment, decision-making support, follow-up after surgery, rehabilitation strategies.
  • General and paediatric surgery: hernias, appendicitis, congenital conditions, both planned and urgent surgeries.
  • Injuries and trauma: bruises, fractures, sprains, soft tissue damage, wound care, dressing, referral when in-person care is required.
  • Oncological surgery: diagnosis review, treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.
  • Obesity treatment and weight management: a medical approach to weight loss, including assessment of underlying causes, evaluation of comorbidities, development of a personalised plan (nutrition, physical activity, pharmacotherapy if needed), and ongoing progress monitoring.
  • Imaging interpretation: analysis of ultrasound, CT, MRI, and X-ray results, surgical planning based on imaging data.
  • Second opinions and medical navigation: clarifying diagnoses, reviewing current treatment plans, helping patients choose the best course of action.

Experience and qualifications:

  • 12+ years of clinical experience in university hospitals in Germany and Spain.
  • International education: Ukraine – Germany – Spain.
  • Member of the German Society of Surgeons (BDC).
  • Certified in radiological diagnostics and robotic surgery.
  • Active participant in international medical conferences and research.

Dr Yakovenko explains complex topics in a clear, accessible way. He works collaboratively with patients to analyse health issues and make evidence-based decisions. His approach is grounded in clinical excellence, scientific accuracy, and respect for each individual.

If you are unsure about a diagnosis, preparing for surgery, or want to discuss your test results – Dr Yakovenko will help you evaluate your options and move forward with confidence.

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Lina Travkina

Family medicine13 years of experience

Dr. Lina Travkina is a licensed family and preventive medicine doctor based in Italy. She provides online consultations for adults and children, supporting patients across all stages of care – from acute symptom management to long-term health monitoring and prevention.

Areas of medical care include:

  • Respiratory conditions: colds, flu, acute and chronic bronchitis, mild to moderate pneumonia, bronchial asthma.
  • ENT and eye conditions: sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, otitis, infectious and allergic conjunctivitis.
  • Digestive issues: gastritis, acid reflux (GERD), IBS, dyspepsia, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, functional bowel symptoms, intestinal infections.
  • Urological and infectious diseases: acute and recurrent cystitis, bladder and kidney infections, prevention of recurrent UTIs, asymptomatic bacteriuria.
  • Chronic conditions: hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders, excess weight.
  • Neurological and general symptoms: headache, migraine, dizziness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, reduced concentration, anxiety, asthenia.
  • Chronic pain support: back, neck, joint, and muscle pain, tension syndromes, pain associated with osteochondrosis and chronic conditions.

Additional care areas:

  • Preventive consultations and check-up planning.
  • Medical advice and follow-up consultations.
  • Test interpretation and diagnostic guidance.
  • Structured support for undiagnosed complaints.
  • Second opinion on diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • Nutritional and lifestyle support for vitamin deficiencies, anaemia, metabolic issues.
  • Post-operative recovery support and pain management.
  • Preconception counselling and postpartum support.
  • Immunity support and strategies to reduce frequency of infections.

Dr. Travkina combines evidence-based medicine with an attentive, personalised approach. Her consultations focus not only on treatment, but also on prevention, recovery, and long-term wellbeing.

If during the consultation it becomes clear that your case requires in-person assessment or specialised care outside of her scope, the session will be terminated and the payment fully refunded.

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Dmytro Horobets

Family medicineEndocrinology7 years of experience

Dr. Dmytro Horobets is a licensed family medicine physician in Poland, specialising in endocrinology, diabetology, obesity management, gastroenterology, pediatrics, general surgery, and pain medicine. He offers online consultations for adults and children, providing personalised medical support for a wide range of acute and chronic health concerns.

Areas of expertise:

  • Endocrinology: diabetes type 1 and type 2, prediabetes, thyroid disorders, metabolic syndrome, hormonal imbalance.
  • Obesity medicine: structured weight management plans, nutritional counselling, obesity-related health risks.
  • Gastroenterology: acid reflux (GERD), gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), liver and biliary conditions.
  • Pediatric care: infections, respiratory symptoms, digestive issues, growth and development monitoring.
  • General surgery support: pre- and post-surgical consultations, wound care, rehabilitation.
  • Pain management: chronic and acute pain, back pain, joint pain, post-traumatic pain syndromes.
  • Cardiovascular health: hypertension, cholesterol control, risk assessment for heart disease.
  • Preventive medicine: regular check-ups, health screenings, long-term management of chronic conditions.

Dr. Horobets combines evidence-based medicine with a patient-centred approach. He carefully evaluates each patient’s medical history and symptoms, offering clear explanations and structured treatment plans adapted to individual needs.

Whether you need help managing diabetes, tackling weight-related health issues, interpreting lab results, or receiving general family medicine support, Dr. Horobets provides professional online care tailored to your specific health goals.

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Nuno Tavares Lopes

Family medicineGeneral medicine18 years of experience

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

  • Emergency care: infections, fever, chest/abdominal pain, minor injuries, paediatric emergencies
  • Family medicine: hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, chronic disease management
  • Travel medicine: pre-travel advice, vaccinations, fit-to-fly certificates, travel-related illnesses
  • Sexual and reproductive health: PrEP, STD prevention, counselling, treatment
  • Weight management and wellness: personalised weight loss programmes, lifestyle guidance
  • Skin and ENT issues: acne, eczema, allergies, rashes, sore throat, sinusitis
  • Pain management: acute and chronic pain, post-surgical care
  • Public health: prevention, health screenings, long-term monitoring
  • Sick leave (Baixa médica) connected to Segurança Social in Portugal
  • IMT medical certificates for driving licence exchange
Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.

Dr. Lopes also provides interpretation of medical tests, follow-up care for complex patients, and multilingual support. Whether for urgent concerns or long-term care, he helps patients act with clarity and confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for Dobenox Forte?

Dobenox Forte does not require a prescription in Poland. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

What is the active substance in Dobenox Forte?

The active ingredient in Dobenox Forte is calcium dobesilate. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

Who manufactures Dobenox Forte?

Dobenox Forte is manufactured by Przedsiębiorstwo Produkcji Farmaceutycznej HASCO-LEK S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Which doctors can assess the use of Dobenox Forte online?

Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether Dobenox Forte is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

How to buy Dobenox Forte in Spain?

Spain has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Pharmacies are widely available and operate under strict regulations, ensuring access to prescribed medications.

You can buy Dobenox Forte in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia at any local pharmacy with a valid prescription.

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What are the alternatives to Dobenox Forte?

Other medicines with the same active substance (calcium dobesilate) include Adproctin, Calcium dobesilate Galena, Calcium dobesilate Hasco. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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