Veloz M: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Veloz M Information

Veloz M is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. The alternative uses of Veloz M have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Veloz M depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

The side effects typically associated with Veloz M include Diarrhoea, Insomnia. While these are the most often observed Veloz M side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Veloz M are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Veloz M's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Veloz M related warnings talks about Veloz M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Veloz M is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Veloz M have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Veloz M may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Veloz M is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Veloz M Benefits & Uses
Veloz M Dosage & How to Take
Veloz M Side Effects
Veloz M Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Veloz M with Other Drugs
Veloz M Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Veloz M
Veloz M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Veloz M Benefits & Uses

Veloz M is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer
Stomach Gas
GERD
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Veloz M 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
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 35 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 15 mg domperidone in one capsule
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 35 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 15 mg domperidone in one capsule

Veloz M Related Warnings

Is the use of Veloz M safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Veloz M will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Veloz M safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Veloz M for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Veloz M on the Kidneys?

Veloz M rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Veloz M on the Liver?

Veloz M may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Veloz M on the Heart?

Information about safety of Veloz M for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Severe Interaction of Veloz M with Other Drugs

Veloz M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Erythromycin

Quinine

Moderate

Veloz M Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Veloz M

Is this Veloz M habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Veloz M.

Veloz M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Veloz M

Taking Veloz M with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Veloz M

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Veloz M.

Frequently asked Questions about Veloz M

Question over 5 years ago

What is Veloz M?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Veloz M is a brand name for rabeprazole. It belongs to a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors. It is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, and injection. Veloz M is used to alleviate the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). GERD is a condition in which acid back-flows from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube which connects the stomach with throat) causing heartburn and injury to the esophagus. Veloz M is used to prevent this damage. Veloz M is also used to treat conditions like Zollinger Ellison syndrome (excessive acid is produced by the stomach). It is used for the treatment of ulcers (sores in the lining of stomach and intestine) and also used in combination with other antibiotics (such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin) to manage H.pylori infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Veloz M cause hair loss?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Veloz M causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Veloz M, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.

Question almost 5 years ago

Why Veloz M is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

This is because a long-term use of Veloz M can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Veloz M lead to low magnesium levels?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Veloz M might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Veloz M given with domperidone?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Veloz M is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.