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Vetalog Benefits & Uses

Vetalog is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Vetalog 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: Rheumatic Disorder Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Rheumatic Disorder Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.6 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Vetalog Related Warnings

Is the use of Vetalog safe for pregnant women?

Vetalog can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Vetalog right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Vetalog safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Vetalog on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Vetalog. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vetalog on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Vetalog. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vetalog on the Heart?

Vetalog may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Vetalog with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Bupropion

Leflunomide

Moderate

Adalimumab

Moxifloxacin

Vetalog Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Osteoporosis
Infections
Tuberculosis (TB)
High Lipoprotein
Hypothyroidism
Heart Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Vetalog

Is this Vetalog habit forming or addictive?

Vetalog is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Vetalog as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Vetalog is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Vetalog in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Vetalog Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vetalog

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Vetalog and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Vetalog

Information about the interaction of Vetalog and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Vetalog

Question about 5 years ago

Can Vetalog be helpful in treating eye problems?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Vetalog useful in treating ulcers?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Vetalog be applied on the face?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Vetalog cause changes in skin color?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Vetalog be used for the treatment of cold sores?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

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.