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Vetalog, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Vetalog have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vetalog. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vetalog can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Vetalog normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Vetalog has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Vetalog related warnings talks about Vetalog's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Vetalog since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Vetalog have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Vetalog may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Vetalog, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Vetalog 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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Is the use of Vetalog safe for pregnant women?
Vetalog may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Vetalog again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Vetalog safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Vetalog in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Vetalog is unavailable.
What is the effect of Vetalog on the Kidneys?
Vetalog may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vetalog on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Vetalog. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Vetalog only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Vetalog on the Heart?
Vetalog can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Vetalog 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 Vetalog unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vetalog habit forming or addictive?
Vetalog is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Vetalog since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vetalog only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vetalog is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vetalog
There is no information on the effects of taking Vetalog with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vetalog
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Vetalog with alcohol.
Yes, in recent years, triamcinolone acetonide injections have been in use for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration. These injections are used as an add-on therapy with photodynamic therapy in order to reduce the sessions of the latter. Age-related macular degeneration is a disorder that affects the central straight vision which is indispensable for activities like sewing, reading, and driving. It affects the macula, a region which allows us to see the fine details. Gradually, it decreases the vision.
High potency Vetalog oral dosage forms are used for the treatment of aphthous stomatitis (presence of round or oval painful ulcers on the oral mucosal membrane). It is also used for the treatment of gingival (related to gum inflammation) disorders like oral lichen planus (painful patches inside the mouth) and desquamative gingivitis (erythematous, blistering, and eroding gingival tissue). Vetalog dental paste is used for the management of non-herpetic oral inflammatory and ulcerative lesions.
No, Vetalog is a topical corticosteroid so it should not be used on the face. Harmful skin effects can occur by applying Vetalog on a face like periorificial dermatitis (rash around the mouth), atrophy(degeneration of cells), and telangiectasia (tiny blood vessels causing thread-like pattern on the skin). The more potent a steroid, the more serious these adverse reactions.
Yes, Vetalog may cause changes in skin color. It may cause hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation because of its high density and its tendency to aggregate. Therefore, it should also be used under a doctor's supervision.
No, Vetalog cannot be used for the treatment of cold sores. There is a dearth of good literature on Vetalog's efficacy for cold sores. Cold sores appear as blisters around the mouth. These are usually caused by Herpes simplex virus. These can be managed by using a lemon balm, over-the-counter anti-viral medications, ice, aloe vera, sunscreen, etc. You should follow your doctor's advice completely.
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