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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

DIOSMIN-450MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Walfs Pharma

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is an oral medicine primarily used to treat chronic venous insufficiency, which causes varicose veins, leg swelling, and heavy legs. It is also commonly used to manage and relieve symptoms of painful hemorrhoid flare-ups. This medicine helps improve blood circulation in your veins.

To get the best results, you should take Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's consistently every day exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is usually taken with meals to help prevent any mild stomach discomfort. Making simple lifestyle adjustments, such as walking regularly and eating a high-fiber diet, can also help improve your circulation.

Most people tolerate this medicine well, though some may experience mild side effects like nausea or an upset stomach. If you experience any severe or unusual symptoms, such as an allergic reaction or severe abdominal pain, you should contact your doctor right away.

Talk to your doctor before starting Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's if you have any pre-existing stomach issues, kidney disorders, or bleeding conditions. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients.

You should discuss all other medicines you are taking with your doctor, as some drugs can affect how Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is processed in your body. It is also wise to limit alcohol and avoid smoking, as both can worsen your circulation issues. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or an older adult, consult your healthcare provider before taking this medicine to ensure it is safe for your situation.

Uses of Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of Varicose veins, Lymphedema, Acute and Chronic Hemorrhoids. The detailed uses of Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's are as follows:

Varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency: Helps improve blood circulation in the legs, reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, aching, cramps, and a feeling of heaviness or tiredness in the legs.

Acute and chronic hemorrhoids (piles): Helps relieve symptoms such as pain, swelling, itching, discomfort, and bleeding during flare-ups, and may also help reduce the risk of recurrent symptoms when used as advised by a healthcare professional.

Lymphedema (off-label use in selected cases): In some cases, Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's may be prescribed to help reduce swelling caused by fluid buildup in the arms or legs, particularly after certain medical treatments. However, evidence supporting its use for lymphedema is limited, and it is not considered a standard guideline-recommended treatment. It should only be used for this purpose if recommended by a healthcare professional.

Key Benefits

  • Relief from leg discomfort: By strengthening blood vessels and improving blood flow, Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's relieves the aching, throbbing, and heaviness in your legs. This makes standing and walking for long periods much more comfortable.
  • Reduction in leg swelling: This medicine helps prevent fluid from leaking out of small blood vessels into surrounding tissues, which visibly reduces swelling in your ankles and lower legs.
  • Soothes hemorrhoid pain: During painful flare-ups, Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's helps shrink swollen veins in the rectal area. This brings noticeable relief from irritation, itching, and pain while sitting or during bowel movements.

Directions for Use

  • Take Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's by mouth, swallowing the tablet whole with a full glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet, as this can affect how the medicine is absorbed in your body.
  • Take this medicine with meals to lower the chances of experiencing an upset stomach.
  • Always follow your doctor's exact instructions regarding how often and how long you should take this medicine. Do not stop taking it early, even if you start feeling better.
     

How Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's Works

This medicine contains Diosmin. It works by improving the function of veins and small blood vessels (capillaries). It reduces venous distensibility (the tendency of veins to stretch) and increases venous tone, helping veins return blood to the heart more efficiently and reducing blood pooling in the legs. It also helps improve lymphatic drainage, which supports the removal of excess fluid and can reduce tissue swelling. In addition, Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's helps protect small blood vessels by reducing inflammation and capillary leakage, thereby improving microcirculation and limiting swelling associated with poor venous circulation.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

While there is no direct chemical interaction between alcohol and this medicine, alcohol can dilate your blood vessels and worsen symptoms of varicose veins and hemorrhoids. It is best to limit your alcohol intake. Talk to your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor as enough scientific research is not available for its safety and efficacy in pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor as enough scientific research is not available for its safety and efficacy in breastfeeding women.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

It is safe to drive if you are taking Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your current kidney conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Caution

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's should only be taken if prescribed by a child specialist as enough scientific research is not available for its safety and efficacy in children.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's can be safely used in cardiac patients if prescribed by a physician. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is safe for use in elderly patients if prescribed by the physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's

If you accidentally take too much of this medicine, seek immediate medical attention by going to the nearest emergency room or calling your doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay active: Engage in light physical activities like walking or swimming daily to naturally boost blood circulation in your legs.
  • Elevate your legs: When resting or sleeping, prop your legs up on cushions above the level of your heart to help blood flow back toward your chest.
  • Eat a high-fiber diet: Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in your diet to prevent constipation, which reduces strain and prevents haemorrhoids from worsening.
  • Drink plenty of water: Staying hydrated helps keep your stools soft and improves overall circulation.
  • Avoid long periods of sitting or standing: If your job requires you to stay in one position, take regular breaks to stretch and walk around for a few minutes.
  • Wear compression stockings: If recommended by your doctor, wear supportive stockings to help maintain healthy blood pressure in your leg veins.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's to start to work: The time required for Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's to show its action is not clinically established.
  • The time for which the effects of Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's last: The duration of action for Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is not clinically established.

What if you forget to take Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Always inspect the tablets before taking them. Do not use them if the packaging is damaged or if the tablets appear discolored, cracked, or broken.
  • Take Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's exactly as prescribed and complete the recommended course, even if your symptoms begin to improve.
  • Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after a few weeks of regular use or if they worsen.
  • If you are taking Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's for acute hemorrhoids, remember that it is not a substitute for the diagnosis and treatment of other anal or rectal disorders. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist, recur, or are accompanied by severe pain or heavy bleeding.
  • Inform your doctor, surgeon, or dentist that you are taking Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's before any planned surgery or dental procedure.
  • Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions and any other medicines or supplements you are taking before starting Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's.
  • Do not take Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's, hesperidin, or any of the other ingredients in the product.
  • Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is generally not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age unless specifically prescribed by a healthcare professional, as its safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been well established.

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Drug-Drug Interactions:

  • Blood thinners and NSAIDs: May increase the risk of bleeding or bruising when taken together with blood-thinning medicines or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Drug-Food Interactions:

There are no major clinically established food interactions with this medicine, though taking it with meals can help prevent stomach upset.

Drug-Disease Interactions:

Bleeding disorders: Use with caution if you have a pre-existing bleeding disorder, as this medicine affects blood vessels and circulation.

Stomach ulcers: May cause mild irritation if you have active digestive tract ulcers or severe inflammatory bowel conditions.

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FAQs

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat varicose veins (twisted and enlarged veins), lymphedema (swelling of arms and legs), and acute and chronic haemorrhoids (swollen veins of the lower rectum and anus).

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which help improve blood circulation, prevent harmful chemicals in our body from causing any further damage to veins, and promote the healing process.

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is generally present in citrus fruits like lemons and oranges. It is known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and helps in the healing process.

When the lower rectum and anus veins are swollen, it is known as haemorrhoids or piles. Hemorrhoids can be internal (inside the rectum) or external (under the skin around the anus). It can be treated sometimes by simple lifestyle changes and home treatments. The exact cause for it is not known.

Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's is effective if used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's too early, it may cause recurrence of your symptoms.

The common side effects of Microflav 500 mg Tablet 10's are as nausea, headache, abdominal pain and diarrhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

In many regions, this medicine is available over-the-counter, while in others, it requires a doctor's prescription depending on the strength and indication. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting it. Talk to your doctor.

This medicine helps manage and significantly reduce the symptoms of varicose veins, but it does not completely reverse or cure existing structural damage to the veins. It is typically used as part of a broader treatment plan. Talk to your doctor.

Mild diarrhoea can be a common side effect of this medicine. If it is mild, staying hydrated can help, but if the diarrhoea becomes severe or persists for more than a few days, it is advised to consult your doctor before stopping the medicine.

It is highly recommended to take this medicine with food. Taking it during or right after a meal helps protect your stomach lining and reduces the risk of mild digestive discomfort. Talk to your doctor.

This medicine is generally safe for long-term use when monitored by a healthcare professional, especially for chronic venous conditions. However, your doctor should periodically evaluate your treatment. Talk to your doctor.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No.20 Anderson Road Ayanavaram Chennai Chennai Tn 600023 In
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