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Veloz 20 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity. The alternative uses of Veloz 20 Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Veloz 20 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Veloz 20 Injection include Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Veloz 20 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Veloz 20 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Veloz 20 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Veloz 20 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Veloz 20 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Veloz 20 Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Veloz 20 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Veloz 20 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Veloz 20 Injection 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.
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Is the use of Veloz 20 Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Veloz in pregnant women.
Is the use of Veloz 20 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Veloz may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Veloz, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Veloz.
What is the effect of Veloz 20 Injection on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Veloz on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Veloz 20 Injection on the Liver?
Veloz has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Veloz 20 Injection on the Heart?
Veloz is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Veloz 20 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Veloz 20 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Veloz 20 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Veloz 20 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Veloz 20 Injection is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Veloz 20 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Veloz 20 Injection
Taking Veloz 20 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Veloz 20 Injection
Consumption of alcohol and Veloz 20 Injection together may have severe effects on your health.
Veloz may cause allergy in rare instances. An allergic reaction might lead to swelling of the face, development of a rash, throat tightness and difficulty in breathing. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately. He may stop Veloz for a while and examine you properly.
Rarely, Veloz causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Veloz, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
Veloz is a brand name for rabeprazole. It belongs to a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors. It is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, and injection. Veloz is used to alleviate the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). GERD is a condition in which acid back-flows from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube which connects the stomach with throat) causing heartburn and injury to the esophagus. Veloz is used to prevent this damage. Veloz is also used to treat conditions like Zollinger Ellison syndrome (excessive acid is produced by the stomach). It is used for the treatment of ulcers (sores in the lining of stomach and intestine) and also used in combination with other antibiotics (such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin) to manage H.pylori infection.
Yes, Veloz is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
Yes, Veloz might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.
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