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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 30, 2024 | 5:53 AM IST

Varido 500mg Capsule is used for the treatment of haemorrhoids (piles), varicose veins (enlarged, swollen, and twisted veins), and diabetic retinopathy (damage to light-sensitive the black part of the eye). It contains Calcium Dobesilate, which improves blood flow in veins (a type of blood vessel) by decreasing the thickness of blood and also relaxes the muscles of the affected part of the body (legs, feet, anus, eyes) by reducing the leakage and fragility of blood vessels. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as fever, gastrointestinal disorders, skin reactions, and joint pain. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Kiosence Health Care Pvt Ltd

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Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Varido 500mg Capsule

Varido 500mg Capsule is used for the treatment of haemorrhoids (piles), varicose veins (enlarged, swollen, and twisted veins), and diabetic retinopathy (damage to light-sensitive the black part of the eye). Haemorrhoids, 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. 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.

Varido 500mg Capsule contains 'Calcium Dobesilate', which improves blood flow in veins (a type of blood vessel) by decreasing the thickness of blood and also relaxes the muscles of the 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 Varido 500mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take Varido 500mg 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 Varido 500mg Capsule . To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Varido 500mg 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 Varido 500mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Varido 500mg Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Varido 500mg Capsule causes drowsiness, so drive with caution. Varido 500mg 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 Varido 500mg Capsule to rule out any side effects. Dosage should be reduced in persons dealing with kidney disease.

Uses of Varido 500mg Capsule

Treatment of Haemorrhoids, varicose veins, diabetic retinopathy.

Medicinal Benefits

Varido 500mg Capsule belongs to the group of medicines known as 'vasoprotective', primarily indicated in the treatment of haemorrhoids (piles), varicose veins (enlarged, swollen, and twisted veins), and diabetic retinopathy (damage to light-sensitive the black part of the eye). Varido 500mg Capsule contains 'Calcium Dobesilate', which improves blood flow in veins (a type of blood vessel) by decreasing the thickness of blood and also relaxes the muscles of the 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.

Directions for Use

Take Varido 500mg Capsule with food or as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water. Do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Varido 500mg Capsule

  • Fever

  • Skin reactions

  • Arthralgia(joint pain)

  • Gastrointestinal disorders

  • Agranulocytosis (lower white blood cell count)

Drug Warnings

Do not exceed the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Varido 500mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Varido 500mg Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Varido 500mg Capsule causes drowsiness, so drive with caution. Varido 500mg Capsule should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Do not take Varido 500mg Capsule for longer durations unless prescribed by your doctor. If your condition does not improve even after taking Varido 500mg Capsule for 2-4 weeks, please consult your doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Varido 500mg Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Varido 500mg 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 Varido 500mg Capsule to rule out any side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol along with Varido 500mg Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Varido 500mg Capsule may interact with heart dysfunction, seizures (fits), electrolyte imbalance, liver problems, and kidney dysfunction.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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 Varido 500mg 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.

Special Advise

Certain diagnostic test including digital rectal exam can diagnose hemorrhoids.

Disease/Condition Glossary

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 either 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 and 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 and twisted or swelling veins. When painful signs and symptoms occur, like heavy feeling in legs, throbbing pain, swelling in lower legs, and skin discolouration around a varicose vein.

Diabetic retinopathy is a health condition that happens when the retina's blood vessels (the 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.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Varido 500mg Capsule . Alcohol intake, along with Varido 500mg Capsule , may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

It is advised not to take Varido 500mg Capsule if you are pregnant unless prescribed by the doctor as Varido 500mg Capsule is a pregnancy category C drug. Your doctor will prescribe Varido 500mg Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Varido 500mg Capsule or not.

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Driving

Caution

Varido 500mg Capsule may cause drowsiness and vision disturbances; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel drowsy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Varido 500mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Varido 500mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Varido 500mg Capsule should not be used by children, as the efficacy and safety have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mdc Pharmacueticals Pvt. Limited, Plot No. 213, Industrial Area, Phase, I Chandigarh-160002. (India)
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FAQs

Varido 500mg Capsule is used to treat haemorrhoids (piles), varicose veins (enlarged, swollen, and twisted veins), and diabetic retinopathy (a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes).
Varido 500mg 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.
If you miss a dose of Varido 500mg Capsule , take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Do not abruptly stop taking Varido 500mg Capsule as you might feel a headache or problem with vision, fever, pain in muscles, which are withdrawal symptoms of Varido 500mg Capsule . Consult your doctor, and your dose be lowered gradually to avoid any withdrawal symptoms.
Vasoactive medicine has effects on blood vessels, either increase or decrease blood pressure. Varido 500mg Capsule is also a vasoactive medicine.
Varido 500mg Capsule should be taken with food.
Yes, calcium dobesilate can be used to treat varicose veins (enlarged, swollen, and twisted veins).
Yes, Varido 500mg Capsule is effective for treating diabetic retinopathy (DR).
Varido 500mg Capsule can help relieve symptoms of varicose veins, but it may not completely heal them.
Yes, Varido 500mg Capsule can help treat haemorrhoids, also known as piles.

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