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Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet

Manufactured byIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsTamsulosin
₹187.5
15 TABLET

Description

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is used to relieve the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland such as difficulty in urination and increased frequency of urination in men. It works by relaxing the muscles of your bladder and prostate which eases urine flow. This medicine is not used in the prevention of prostate cancer. Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet can cause side effects like headache, runny nose, abnormal ejaculation, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects are persistent or getting worse. Avoid activities like driving vehicles and operating machines as this medicine can make you dizzy. Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is usually taken after a meal, as instructed by your doctor. Your doctor will determine the dose depending upon your condition. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as it can worsen your condition. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level in your body. Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver problems, any other medical conditions, or are undergoing cataract surgery (an eye surgery to replace the lens in the eyes with an artificial lens to correct the blurring of vision) before starting the treatment. Inform your doctor if you are taking other medicines and supplements as they can interact with Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet and cause undesired effects.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet

Fever with chills

Cough

Chest pain

Dizziness

Abnormal ejaculation

Headache

Runny Nose

Body pain

Decreased interest in sexual intercourse

Trouble sleeping

Drowsiness

Uses of Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a condition that occurs in men where the prostate gland is enlarged associated with difficulty in passing urine and increased frequency of urination.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effect of Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet can be observed within 4 to 8 hours.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet may remain active in your body for roughly around 3-4 days.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet as it may lower blood pressure and cause dizziness, lightheadedness, etc.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported for Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

Allergy

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

Breast-feeding

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women.

General warnings

Hypotension

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet may lower your blood pressure and cause dizziness, weakness, etc. If you experience such symptoms, sit or lie down until the symptoms disappear. Inform your doctor if the symptoms worsen. This medicine should be used with caution if you have low blood pressure.

Cataract surgery

Cataract surgery is an eye surgery performed to replace the lens in your eyes with an artificial lens to correct the blurring of vision. Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet increases the risk of intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (a complication of cataract surgery leading to the small pupil in the eye). Inform your doctor about the use of this medicine before undergoing surgery.

Use in women and children

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women and children.

Driving or operating machines

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some cases. Hence, if you experience such symptoms, avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines.

Priapism

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet may rarely cause priapism (a painful erection that may not subside). Consult your doctor in such cases. If it is left untreated, it may lead to permanent erectile dysfunction.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double up the dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet as it may lower blood pressure and cause dizziness, lightheadedness, etc.

Interaction with Medicine

Diltiazem

Erythromycin

Ketoconazole

Itraconazole

Fluvoxamine

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have severe liver problems as this medicine is broken down in your liver. An impaired liver will not use the medicine properly, leading to increased levels of unused medicine in your blood. Your doctor may suggest tests to frequently monitor your liver function and/or recommend dose adjustments based on your condition.

Kidney disease

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have severe kidney problems due to a lack of information on the use of this medicine in such cases. Your doctor may suggest tests to regularly monitor your kidney function while you are taking this medicine.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet/capsule. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Take Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet for the recommended duration. Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet can lower your blood pressure. Hence, your doctor may suggest that you frequently monitor your blood pressure. Be careful while standing up from a lying or sitting position as Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet can make you dizzy. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can cause dizziness. You may feel improvement in your symptoms in 4 weeks. Contact your doctor if your symptoms are not improving or if you are experiencing serious side effects. Check the expiry date before taking the medicine. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiry date. Keep this medicine away from children and pets.

Miscelleneous

To be taken after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Veltam 0.4 mg Tablet works by relaxing the smooth muscles in your bladder and prostate. Thus, it eases the urine flow.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antiadrenergic agents, peripherally acting, Alpha-blockers

Schedule

Schedule H

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₹187.5 
15 TABLET