Osil Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Osil Cream Information

Osil Cream is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Piles, Varicose Veins. Secondary and off-label uses of Osil Cream have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Osil Cream. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Osil Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Osil Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Osil Cream is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Osil Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Osil Cream contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Osil Cream have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Osil Cream is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Osil Benefits & Uses
Osil Dosage & How to Take
Osil Side Effects
Osil Related Warnings
Osil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Osil
Osil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Osil Cream Benefits & Uses

Osil Cream is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Piles (Read More - Home Remedies for Piles)
Varicose Veins (Read More - Home remedies for varicose veins)

Other Benefits

Diabetic Retinopathy

Osil Cream Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Osil Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Osil Cream safe for pregnant women?

Osil can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Osil, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Osil Cream safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Osil. If you see any side effects, stop taking Osil immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Osil again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Osil Cream on the Kidneys?

Osil rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Osil Cream on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Osil on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Osil Cream on the Heart?

Osil is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Osil Cream Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Osil Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Osil Cream

Is this Osil Cream habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Osil Cream.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Osil Cream since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Osil Cream only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Osil Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Osil Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Osil Cream

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Osil Cream, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Osil Cream

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Osil Cream and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Osil Cream

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take/apply Osil ?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Take oral Osil 1-2 times in a day with food or as advised by your doctor. The topical form of Osil has to be applied on the affected area 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Osil on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Osil should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Osil cause fever?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Osil may cause fever in some cases. However, if you are experiencing fever after taking this drug, then you are advised to take fever-reducing (antipyretic) drug such as paracetamol.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Osil work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Osil contains calcium dobesilate which works through multiple mechanisms. It enhances the activity of nitric oxide synthase which helps in increasing the levels of nitric oxide (vasodilator) that decreases peripheral resistance and improves blood flow. It reduces the fragility and permeability of microvessels. It also reduces excessive blood viscosity and excessive platelet aggregation. Osil also inhibits the formation of sorbitol. In this way Osil helps in reducing the symptoms and assists in treating diabetic retinopathy, chronic venous insufficiency, and hemorrhoids.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Osil safe to use?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Osil is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. Some side effects have been associated with this drug such as joint pain (arthralgia), nausea, and vomiting. However, if you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.