Question 1

What is Diosmin used for?

Accepted Answer

Pile (hemorrhoids), swollen legs from poor blood flow, varicose veins, heavy or tired legs, leg cramps, ankle swelling

Question 2

How do you take Diosmin?

Accepted Answer

For pile: Take 2 tablets of 500mg (total 1000mg) daily — you can split it into one in the morning and one in the evening, or take both together with food. During a serious pile attack, your doctor may increase this to 6 tablets daily for the first 4 days, then 4 tablets daily for the next 3 days. For leg vein problems: Take 1 tablet of 500mg twice daily with meals. You may find it as Dr. Meyer's Pilex Tablet in Nigerian pharmacies.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Diosmin?

Accepted Answer

Stomach upset or mild belly pain, diarrhea or loose stool, feeling of nausea, headache, skin rash or itching

Question 4

Who should not take Diosmin?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to diosmin or any ingredient in the tablet should not take it. People with serious bleeding disorders should talk to a doctor first. Not recommended for children.

Question 5

Is Diosmin safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Consult your doctor before taking diosmin if you are pregnant or breastfeeding — while studies have not shown major harm, it is best to get your doctor's approval first.

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