Veltam 0.4 Tablet MR: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Veltam Information

Veltam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.

The optimal dosage of Veltam is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Veltam have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Veltam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Veltam has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Veltam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Veltam related warnings section.

Veltam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Veltam are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Veltam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Veltam is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Veltam Benefits & Uses

Veltam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Enlarged Prostate

Veltam 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

Veltam Related Warnings

Is the use of Veltam safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Veltam for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Veltam safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Veltam in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Veltam on the Kidneys?

Veltam does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Veltam on the Liver?

Using Veltam does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Veltam on the Heart?

You can take Veltam without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Veltam with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Doxazosin

Amiodarone

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Veltam Contraindications

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

Prostate Cancer
Low Blood Pressure
Glaucoma
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Veltam

Is this Veltam habit forming or addictive?

Veltam is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Veltam will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Veltam only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Veltam is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Veltam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Veltam

You can take Veltam with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Veltam

Taking alcohol with Veltam can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Veltam

Question over 5 years ago

Does Veltam cause retrograde ejaculation?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Veltam doesn't cause retrograde ejaculation. Retrograde ejaculation occurs when there is an abnormal ejaculation, reduced ejaculate volume and ejaculation force, absence of seminal emission and backflow of the seminal fluid from the urethra to the bladder.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Veltam a diuretic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Veltam is not a diuretic. It is rather an alpha-blocker that relaxes the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Veltam?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Veltam is a brand name for tamsulosin. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in men for the treatment of enlarged prostate (benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH) which may comprise painful urination, difficulty in urinating (incomplete bladder emptying, hesitation, dribbling, weak stream), urgency and frequency. It is also used for the treatment of chronic prostatitis (off-label).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Veltam used for kidney stones?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Veltam is used for the expulsion of large kidney stones. It is presumed that Veltam helps in expulsion of kidney stones by relaxing the ureter and reducing the ureteral spasm which allows easy passage of the stone.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Veltam affect blood pressure?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Veltam has the potential to lower the blood pressure and cause hypotension. Low blood pressure can be avoided or managed by drinking lots of fluids, taking food rich in B12 and folate, taking adequate salt, and by taking caffeine.