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Velfu, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Enlarged Prostate are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Velfu depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Velfu side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Velfu are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Velfu's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Velfu has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Velfu related warnings section.
Velfu is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Velfu contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Velfu have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Velfu, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Velfu is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Velfu safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Velfu without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Velfu safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Velfu in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Velfu is unavailable.
What is the effect of Velfu on the Kidneys?
Velfu rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Velfu on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Velfu on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Velfu on the Heart?
Velfu may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Velfu should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Velfu unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Velfu habit forming or addictive?
Velfu is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Velfu since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Velfu should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Velfu is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Velfu
When consumed with certain foods, Velfu may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Velfu
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Take Velfu 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food because of the presence of food assists in the better absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Velfu might help with ED (erectile dysfunction) in patients who are already suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). It has been found to be effective in improving the sexual function among these patients.
No, Velfu and metoprolol should not be taken together because metoprolol is an antihypertensive drug which lowers the blood pressure and Velfu might also lower the blood pressure. Hence, you are advised to avoid taking Velfu and metoprolol together.
Yes, Velfu may affect the results of PSA (prostate specific antigen) which is used to diagnosis of prostate cancer. You are advised to tell your doctor if you are already taking this drug and being tested for prostate cancer.
No, Velfu does not cause heart palpitations. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing heart palpitations after taking this drug then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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