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Otrex 600 is used to reduce the symptoms associated with venous insufficiency in the lower extremities: the feeling of heaviness in the legs, pain, pressure ulcers due to ischemia, and for symptomatic treatment in the case of exacerbation of haemorrhoids.
Otrex 600 (UCB/Schwarz Pharma)
| form, dose, packaging | availability category | the active substance |
| tabl. (15 tabl., 30 tabl.) | OTC (over-the-counter) | diosmina (diosmin) |
SUBSTANCE 1 tablet contains 0,6 g of diosmin
ACTION
A flavonoid that has a protective effect on venous vessels.
Otrex 600 – indications and dosage
Otrex 600 is an over-the-counter medication. It reduces the symptoms associated with venous circulation insufficiency of the lower extremities: the feeling of heaviness in the legs, pain, pressure ulcers due to ischemia.
Dosage:
- orally 1 tablet / day, in the morning on an empty stomach,
- symptomatic treatment in the event of exacerbation of ailments from haemorrhoids. Orally; 2-3 tablets / day during meals.
Otrex 600 and contraindications
A contraindication to taking Otrex 600 is hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the preparation.
Otrex 600 – warnings
- Consult your doctor if there is no improvement during the treatment of haemorrhagic exacerbations.
- If the discomfort and fragility of the blood vessels do not improve within 15 days, a doctor should be consulted.
- It is recommended to use additional non-pharmacological treatment (e.g. wearing special stockings to facilitate blood flow, avoiding sun exposure, heating, standing for long periods, being overweight).
- Before using Otrex 600 during pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
- Pregnant women may use Otrex 600 only if the doctor considers it necessary.
- Breastfeeding women should not use the drug.
Otrex 600 – side effects
In some cases: gastrointestinal disorders (diarrhea, nausea, vomiting).