Velol

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Velol 25 Tablet XL 10 टैबलेट 1 पत्ते ₹ 41.6
Velol 50 Tablet XL 10 टैबलेट 1 पत्ते ₹ 59.3

Velol Information

Velol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Velol have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Velol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Velol include Slow heart rate (pulse). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Velol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Velol 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Velol is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Velol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Velol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Velol in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate). Some other conditions that can be affected by Velol are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Velol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Velol is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.


Velol Benefits & Uses

Velol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Velol 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
Adult
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Titrate dose up to 2 mk/kg
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Velol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Velol is used -

Moderate

Mild

Common

  • Slow heart rate (pulse)

Velol Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Velol safe for pregnant women?


    Velol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Velol safe during breastfeeding?


    Velol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Velol on the Kidneys?


    Using Velol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Velol on the Liver?


    Velol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Velol on the Heart?


    Velol has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Velol with Other Drugs

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

Moderate


Velol Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Velol

  • Is this Velol habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Velol.

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


    After taking Velol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Velol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Velol for mental disorders.

    No

Velol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Velol


    Velol may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Velol


    Taking Velol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Velol

Question over 6 years ago

Can I take Velol with lisinopril?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Velol can be taken with lisinopril, no clinical meaningful interaction have been reported between these two medicines. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction occurs between them. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medications at the same time.

Question almost 7 years ago

Can I take Velol without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Velol is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 6 years ago

Does Velol increase blood sugar?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Velol can increase the blood sugar level. If you experience elevated levels of blood sugar after taking this medicine then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 7 years ago

What does Velol treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Velol is mainly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Treating high blood pressure helps in reducing the complications of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damages. It is also used to treat chest pain (angina).

Question almost 7 years ago

Does Velol make you feel tired?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Velol can make you feel tired, because it drops your heart rate, and if your heart rate is dropped, the amount of blood that your heart is pumping also decreases. This creates symptoms of fatigue, impotence, drowsiness, and lethargy. Please consult your doctor if you feel tired after taking this drug.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 148-149

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 847-850

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 148-149

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 847-850

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