Veltip Information

Veltip is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma. The alternative uses of Veltip have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Veltip depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Veltip as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Veltip are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Veltip's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Veltip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Veltip is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Veltip are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Veltip may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Veltip, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Veltip Benefits & Uses
Veltip Dosage & How to Take
Veltip Side Effects
Veltip Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Veltip with Other Drugs
Veltip Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Veltip
Veltip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Veltip Benefits & Uses

Veltip is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Veltip 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: Multiple Myeloma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 Weekly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Multiple Myeloma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 Weekly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Veltip Related Warnings

Is the use of Veltip safe for pregnant women?

Veltip should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Veltip safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Veltip. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Veltip on the Kidneys?

Veltip does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Veltip on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Veltip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Veltip only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Veltip on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Veltip with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Adalimumab

Phenobarbital

Clozapine

Clonazepam

Infliximab

Moderate

Ergotamine

Carbamazepine

Nitrofurantoin

Veltip Contraindications

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

Dehydration
Peripheral Neuropathy
Heart Disease
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Veltip

Is this Veltip habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Veltip has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Veltip can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Veltip only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Veltip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Veltip

Veltip 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 Veltip

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Veltip with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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