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Veltec is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Other than this, Veltec has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Veltec depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Veltec are Headache, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Veltec as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Veltec 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Veltec is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Veltec's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Veltec related warnings section.
Veltec is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Veltec are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Veltec may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Veltec, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Veltec 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Veltec is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Veltec 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 safe during breastfeeding?
Veltec has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Veltec 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 on the Liver?
Side effects of Veltec rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Veltec 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.
Veltec should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Veltec unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Veltec habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Veltec 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 as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Veltec only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Veltec for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Veltec
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Veltec with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Veltec
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Veltec.
Veltec is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to apply or take this drug orally without recommendation.
Yes, Veltec can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Veltec does not increase blood pressure. In fact, it decreases the blood pressure due to its vasodilation (Dilate blood vessels) properties. It may cause dry mouth, diarrhea, nausea, and headache.
Veltec can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration. It starts working within a few days after consuming this drug. However, in some patient, it may take some weeks to work properly. Duration, of course, varies patient to patient.
Yes, Veltec can be used to treat a migraine associated with vertigo. However, it is off-label use of this drug and should be taken only on doctor's advice. Its primary use is to treat vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss associated with Meniere's disease.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 163
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Apo-betahistine(betahistine dihydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Serc® (betahistine dihyrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Setear (betahistine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 163
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Apo-betahistine(betahistine dihydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Serc® (betahistine dihyrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Setear (betahistine)
