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Veloz M is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. The alternative uses of Veloz M have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Veloz M depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Veloz M include Diarrhoea, Insomnia. While these are the most often observed Veloz M side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Veloz M are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Veloz M's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Veloz M related warnings talks about Veloz M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Veloz M is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Veloz M have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Veloz M may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Veloz M is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Veloz M 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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Is the use of Veloz M safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Veloz M in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Veloz M safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Veloz M in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Veloz M is unavailable.
What is the effect of Veloz M on the Kidneys?
Veloz M may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Veloz M on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Veloz M on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Veloz M on the Heart?
Side effects of Veloz M on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Veloz M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Veloz M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Veloz M habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Veloz M has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Veloz M
Taking Veloz M with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Veloz M
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Veloz M with alcohol will be.
Veloz M is a brand name for rabeprazole. It belongs to a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors. It is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, and injection. Veloz M is used to alleviate the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). GERD is a condition in which acid back-flows from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube which connects the stomach with throat) causing heartburn and injury to the esophagus. Veloz M is used to prevent this damage. Veloz M is also used to treat conditions like Zollinger Ellison syndrome (excessive acid is produced by the stomach). It is used for the treatment of ulcers (sores in the lining of stomach and intestine) and also used in combination with other antibiotics (such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin) to manage H.pylori infection.
Rarely, Veloz M causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Veloz M, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
This is because a long-term use of Veloz M can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Veloz M might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.
Yes, Veloz M is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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