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Veltec 8 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Meniere's Disease, Vertigo are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Veltec 8 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Veltec 8 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Veltec 8 Tablet include Headache, Indigestion. Some other side effects of Veltec 8 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Veltec 8 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Veltec 8 Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Veltec 8 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Veltec 8 Tablet related warnings section.
Veltec 8 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Veltec 8 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Veltec 8 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Veltec 8 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Veltec 8 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Veltec 8 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Veltec for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Veltec 8 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Veltec has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Veltec 8 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Veltec. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Veltec 8 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Veltec rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Veltec 8 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Veltec. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Veltec 8 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Veltec 8 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Veltec 8 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Veltec 8 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Veltec 8 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Veltec 8 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Veltec 8 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Veltec 8 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Veltec 8 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Veltec 8 Tablet.
No, you can not buy Veltec over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Veltec is an analogue of histamine whereas cinnarizine is an antihistamine. Theoretically analogue of histamine counteract with antihistamine hence should not be used together. No clinical trial suggest on the concurrent use of these two medicines together.
Occasionally, Veltec causes constipation. Constipation means three or fewer bowl in a week, in this case, stool become hard and dry and sometimes it is painful to pass. If you experience severe constipation after consuming this medicine, eat more fruit, vegetable, and grain which are higher in fibers. Also, drink plenty of water and take a laxative if necessary.
No, Veltec should not be taken with an antihistamine. It reduces the effects of antihistamine theoretically and also not work properly if taken together.
Rarely, Veltec causes drowsiness. However, If you experience drowsy after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
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