Doven

Italy
Brand name Doven
Form solution, oral for preparation from granules
Active substance / Dosage
DIOSMINA
Prescription type Non-prescription – not available over the counter
ATC code
C05CA03
Registration number 025738
Manufacturer SO.SE.PHARM S.R.L. SOCIETA' DI SERVIZIO PER L'INDUSTRIA FARMACEUTICA ED AFFINI
Doven solution, oral for preparation from granules

Table of Contents

Package leaflet: Information for the patient

DOVEN 300mg tablets

Diosmin
Equivalent medicine
Please read this leaflet carefully before taking this medicine as it contains important information for you.

  • Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
  • If you need more information or advice, consult your pharmacist.
  • If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in this leaflet, contact your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
  • Contact your doctor if you do not notice any improvement or if you notice a worsening of symptoms.

Contents of this leaflet:

  1. What DOVEN is and what it is used for
  2. What you need to know before taking DOVEN
  3. How to take DOVEN
  4. Possible side effects
  5. How to store DOVEN
  6. Contents of the pack and other information

7. What DOVEN is and what it is used for

DOVEN contains the active substance diosmin.
Diosmin belongs to a group of medicines called bioflavonoids and is used for the treatment of symptoms due to venous insufficiency and capillary fragility.

8. What you should know before taking DOVEN

Do not take DOVEN

  • if you are allergic to diosmin or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine listed in section 6;
  • if you are pregnant.

Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking DOVEN:
Other medicines and DOVEN
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.
You may take DOVEN in combination with other medicines.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility
If you are pregnant, suspect you may be pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
The safety of DOVEN during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established; do not take DOVEN if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Driving and using machines
No effects of DOVEN on the ability to drive or operate machinery have been reported.
DOVEN contains lactose
This medicine contains lactose. If you have been diagnosed by your doctor with an intolerance to certain sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.

9. How to take DOVEN

Take this medicine exactly as stated in this leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
The recommended dose is 1 tablet three times daily, taken during meals.
In acute stages of the disease, the dose may be increased up to 4 tablets daily for a period of 3-4 weeks.
If you have any doubts about how to use this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

10. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody experiences them.
If you experience any of the following side effects, stop treatment with DOVEN and inform your doctor.
Rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 patients):

  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness

Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effect, including those not listed in this leaflet, consult your doctor or pharmacist. You may also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at www.agenziafarmaco.gov.it/it/responsabili.
By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

11. How to store DOVEN
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the label after {Exp.}. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not dispose of medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer used. This will help protect the environment.

12. Contents of the pack and other information
What DOVEN contains
The active substance is diosmin.
Each DOVEN tablet contains 300 mg of diosmin.
Other components are: lactose, wheat starch, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, magnesium stearate.

What DOVEN looks like and contents of the pack
Carton pack containing 20 tablets in blister packs.

Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
MARKETING AUTHORIZATION HOLDER
So.Se.PHARM S.r.l.
Via dei Castelli Romani, 22 - 00071 Pomezia (Rome) - Italy

MANUFACTURER
Special Product’s Line S.p.A.
Via Campobello, 15 - 00040 Pomezia (RM) - Italy

Patient information leaflet

DOVEN 450 mg granules for oral solution

Diosmin
Equivalent medicine
Please read this leaflet carefully before taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

  • Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
  • If you need more information or advice, consult your pharmacist.
  • If you experience any adverse reactions, including those not listed in this leaflet, contact your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
  • Contact your doctor if you do not notice improvement or if your symptoms worsen.

Contents of this leaflet:

  1. What DOVEN is and what it is used for
  2. What you need to know before taking DOVEN
  3. How to take DOVEN
  4. Possible side effects
  5. How to store DOVEN
  6. Package contents and other information

13. What DOVEN is and what it is used for
DOVEN contains the active substance diosmin.
Diosmin belongs to a group of medicines called bioflavonoids and is used for the treatment of symptoms due to venous insufficiency and capillary fragility.

14. What you need to know before taking DOVEN
Do not take DOVEN

  • if you are allergic to diosmin or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine listed in section 6;
  • if you are pregnant.

Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking DOVEN:

Other medicines and DOVEN
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.
You may take DOVEN in combination with other medicines.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility
If you are pregnant, suspect you may be pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
The safety of DOVEN during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. Do not take DOVEN if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines
No effects of DOVEN on the ability to drive or use machinery have been reported.

DOVEN contains sorbitol
This medicine contains sorbitol. If your doctor has diagnosed you with an intolerance to certain sugars, contact him or her before taking this medicine.

15. How to take DOVEN
Take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has prescribed. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Recommended dose:
If you have any questions about how to use this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

16. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
If you experience any of the following side effects, stop treatment with DOVEN and inform your doctor.
Rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):

  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness

Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effect, including those not listed in this leaflet, contact your doctor or pharmacist. You may also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at www.agenziafarmaco.gov.it/it/responsabili.
By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

17. How to store DOVEN
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the label after {Exp.}. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not dispose of medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines you no longer use. This will help protect the environment.

18. Package contents and other information
What DOVEN contains
The active ingredient is diosmin.
Each sachet of DOVEN contains 450 mg of diosmin.
The other ingredients are: sodium saccharin, sorbitol powder, orange flavour.

Description of DOVEN and package contents
Carton pack containing 20 sachets.

Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
MARKETING AUTHORIZATION HOLDER
So.Se.PHARM S.r.l.
Via dei Castelli Romani, 22
00071 Pomezia (Roma)
Italy

MANUFACTURER
Special Product’s Line S.p.A.
Strada Paduni, 240
03012 Anagni (FR)
Italy