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Veloxin 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Veloxin 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Veloxin 500 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Veloxin 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Veloxin 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Veloxin 500 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Veloxin 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Veloxin 500 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Veloxin 500 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Veloxin 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Veloxin 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Veloxin 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Veloxin 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Veloxin 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Veloxin. It is best to stop taking Veloxin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Veloxin 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Veloxin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Veloxin 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Veloxin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Veloxin 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Veloxin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Veloxin 500 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Veloxin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Veloxin 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Veloxin 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Veloxin 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Veloxin 500 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Veloxin 500 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Veloxin 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Veloxin 500 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Veloxin 500 Tablet
Taking Veloxin 500 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Veloxin 500 Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Veloxin 500 Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Discontinuing Veloxin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Veloxin can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, you can take Veloxin for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Veloxin for the above- mentioned infection.
Avoid taking Veloxin along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Take Veloxin if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
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