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Vilco Information

Vilco is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Blocked Nose. Other than this, Vilco has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Vilco 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vilco can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Vilco are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Vilco's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Vilco related warnings talks about Vilco's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Vilco can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vilco in conditions like Glaucoma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vilco contraindications section.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Vilco, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.


Vilco Benefits & Uses

Vilco is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Vilco 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: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Vilco Side Effects

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

Moderate

Mild

  • Itching or burning

Vilco Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Vilco safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect Vilco will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Vilco safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Vilco for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Vilco on the Kidneys?


    Vilco may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Vilco on the Liver?


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

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


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Vilco with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Vilco Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Vilco

  • Is this Vilco habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Vilco is addictive.

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


    Vilco does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Vilco is safe for use.

    Safe
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Vilco cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Vilco Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Vilco


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Vilco


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Vilco and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rhofade™ (oxymetazoline hydrochloride)

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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 136

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rhofade™ (oxymetazoline hydrochloride)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1404

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 136

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rhofade™ (oxymetazoline hydrochloride)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1404

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 136

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rhofade™ (oxymetazoline hydrochloride)

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