Veloz D capsule is an anti-ulcer and anti-emetic medicine used to treat conditions where the stomach produces too much acid. High levels of stomach acid can induce stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The capsule is prescribed in treating stomach and intestinal ulcers, symptoms associated with idiopathic or diabetic gastroparesis, interactable nausea and vomiting, heartburn, fullness of stomach and other conditions. It relieves stress ulcers as well as acidity caused by painkillers. However, the uses mentioned are not exhaustive, there may be other conditions for which the medication may be used upon your doctor’s discretion.
The active ingredients of Veloz D capsule are Rabeprazole (20Mg) and Domperidone (30Mg)
Rabeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor and anti-ulcer, stops the action of proton pumps that are found on the cells that line the stomach there by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach. Domperidone works by blocking certain chemicals in the brain that controls nausea or vomiting. It acts on upper digestive tract of stomach and intestine which causes faster gastric emptying permitting food to move easily through the stomach.
Patients with following conditions are suggested to seek advice from their healthcare professionals before taking Veloz D capsule:
The following side effects may or may not occur during the usage of Veloz D capsule. It is usually well tolerated when taken in the prescribed dosage guidelines. You may experience one or more of the following common side effects:
Rare but more serious adverse effects may include:
Take Veloz D capsule as instructed by your doctor. Swallow the capsule whole with water, immediately after opening it from the strip. Do not break or crush or chew the capsule.
Avoid missing or forgetting the dose. If you do, take it as soon as you remember; but if it’s almost time for your next dose, skip it and take it according to your normal schedule. Don’t swallow two doses at the same time which is dangerous to your health.
Veloz D capsule should be taken at least 1 hour before meals as food may reduce the absorption of the medicine. Take the capsule at the same time every day as it helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body.
Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine before completion of the course or without consulting your doctor. Continue to use this drug until completion of the maximum amount suggested.
Avoid taking more than the prescribed dosage. If you notice any unusual or abnormal reactions after taking the capsule, promptly seek medical attention. Depending on the dosage of Veloz D capsule, symptoms vary in individuals, you may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Take Veloz D capsule only on the advice of medical practitioner. Dosage adjustments or complete avoidance of the medication may be required in the following conditions:
This capsule is likely safe to use in patients with renal impairment. Dose adjustments of the medicine may not be needed. If you have any renal problems, it is highly recommended that you consult your doctor before the consumption of this medicine.
Extreme caution is advised among people with liver problems. Dose adjustments of the capsule may be needed. If you have any hepatic problems, it is highly recommended that you consult doctor before the consumption of this medicine. However, use of this medicine is not suggested in patients with moderate to severe liver diseases. Any symptoms such as fever, dark urine etc should be reported to your doctor immediately.
Use of Veloz D capsule is not considered safe to use in pregnant women unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown effects on the developing baby. We recommend that you to consult your doctor before consuming the capsule.
The medicine is likely unsafe to use for nursing mothers. Limited human data suggests that the medication may pass into the breastmilk. Breastfed infants should be closely monitored. Since limited information is available about the safety of taking this capsule, consult your doctor if you are nursing mother and stay on the safe side.
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases side effects of the capsule. If you consume alcohol on regular basis, relevant dose adjustments may be necessary depending on your clinical condition.
Veloz D capsule may decrease alertness, cause impaired judgement, affect your vision and make you feel dizzy, light headedness, so do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
Caffeine, spicy and fatty foods should be avoided while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines which includes over-the-counter drugs, herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription. Alert your doctor if you are taking Veloz D capsule with clopidogrel, atazanavir, nelfinavir, rilpivirine, rifampicin, clarithromycin, methotrexate, diazepam, citalopram, phenytoin, ketoconazole, fluconazole, Posaconazole.
Category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
This medication is an antidopaminergic agent, used in treating nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal problems and Parkinson’s disease.
Domperidone helps the stomach get rid of food and lowers signs of an upset stomach, throwing up, heartburn, and fullness.
Adult: Oral- Nausea and vomiting- 10-20 mg 4-8 hourly. Max: 80 mgday. Non ulcer dyspepsia- 10-20 mg 3 timesday and at night. Migraine- 20 mg 4 hourly. Max: 4 doses24 hour. Rectal- Nausea and vomiting- 60 mg twice daily. It is available in various forms like tablet, drop, suspension, capsule to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.
Headache. Dry mouth. Good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. See a dentist often
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.
Alert your doctor if you have stomach problems (such as stomach bleeding or intestinal blockage) or prolactinoma (a tumour that releases a hormone called prolactin). - Alert your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney disease, or if you have breast cancer. - Alert your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not breastfeed while being treated with Domperidone.
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. A fast heartbeat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Seizures. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Alert your doctor quickly if you are taking any of the following medications: - bromocriptine - heart medicines, especially those used to control irregular heartbeat. - antidepressants known as MAOI, such as phenelzine, isocarboxazid. - other mood medicines such as mesoridazine, thioridazine. - painkillers such as codeine, morphine. - Always inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Avoid Alcohol
Oral: Store it at controlled room temperature (15-30°C).
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Antiemetics, GIT Regulators & Anti-Inflammatories
This capsule is an anti-ulcer and anti-emetic medicine used to treat conditions where the stomach produces too much acid. High levels of stomach acid can induce stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The capsule is prescribed in treating stomach and intestinal ulcers, symptoms associated with idiopathic or diabetic gastroparesis, interactable nausea and vomiting, heartburn, fullness of stomach and other conditions. It relieves stress ulcers as well as acidity caused by painkillers.
The capsule is well tolerated when taken in prescribed dosage guidelines. Most common side effects include abdominal pain, constipation, increased liver enzymes, peripheral oedema, headache, nausea, dizziness, vertigo, insomnia, vomiting, hypomagnesaemia, dyspepsia, dry mouth. Its use may also lead to extreme but uncommon side effects such as pruritis, elevated prolactin levels, eye disorders (oculogyric crisis), nervous system disorders (headache, migraine, dizziness, convulsions), immune system disorders (urticaria), reproductive system and breast disorders (galactorrhoea, breast pain or tenderness, gynaecomastia, amenorrhoea), potentially fatal (serious ventricular arrhythmias, sudden cardiac death, QT interval prolongation), osteoporosis related fractures, interstitial nephritis, vitamin B12 deficiency.
The capsule should be taken at least 1 hour before meals as food may reduce the absorption of the medicine.
If you ever had impaired kidney function, sever liver impairment or heart disease, let your doctor know before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take to ensure that you are healthy. Caution is advised among patients with gastric malignancy, risk of osteoporosis, electrolyte imbalance, lupus erythematosus, vitamin B12 deficiency, renal and hepatic impairment, gastrointestinal bleeding, pregnancy and lactation.
The capsule may decrease alertness, cause impaired judgement, affect your vision and make you feel dizzy, light headedness, so do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
The capsule is usually well tolerated when taken in the recommended dosage guidelines. Over dose of the medicine may lead to weakness, confusion, drowsiness, tachycardia, diaphoresis, dry mouth, flushing.
Use of this medicine is not considered safe to use in pregnant women unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown effects on the developing baby. We recommend that you to consult your doctor before consuming the capsule.
No, do not take the medicine without doctor’s prescription.
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases side effects of the capsule. If you consume alcohol on regular basis, relevant dose adjustments may be necessary depending on your clinical condition.
Store the medicine at room temperature (15-30 degree Celsius). Keep the capsule according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Store the medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed.
The capsule is designed to be swallowed with water. If you take them in a way they weren’t intended to be used, you could experience an overdose if the active constituent enters the blood stream too quickly. Alternatively, if it enters your body too slowly, it may never achieve a high enough concentration to be completely functional.
This capsule is not recommended for children below 5 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
The amount of time for which this medicine to show its effect in the body is within one hour of administration. You will start to feel better in 2-3 days and may take 4 weeks for complete relief.
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is approximately 18-24 hours.
Medicines should always be taken under medical supervision. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Most recommended dose is one capsule per day.
The number of days that any medicine must be taken varies from patient to patient; and case to case. So always stick to your doctor’s suggestion about how many days to take this medicine.
Use the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor for the dosage and duration.
Note: All of the above information is for reference purpose only. It is always recommended that you consult a medical professional.
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