Veltam F Tablet 15’S

INTRODUCTION

VELTAM F is a combination of Finasteride and Tamsulosin which belongs to the group of medicines called 5-Alpha reductase inhibitors and Alpha blockers respectively. It is used to treat the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adult men. 

BPH (also known enlarged prostate) is a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland caused due to increased production of a stress hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in aging men. Symptoms of BPH includes urinary problems such as difficulty in passing urine, urinary incontinence (unintentional passing of urine), frequent urination at night, sexual dysfunction or painful ejaculation.

Finasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It reduces the production of a stress hormone called dihydrotestosterone that causes abnormal enlargement of the prostate gland. Tamsulosin is an alpha-1 blocker. It relaxes the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate and improves the flow of urine. Collectively, they shrink the size of an enlarged prostate and improve bladder or urinary symptoms in patients with BPH.

Before taking VELTAM F inform your doctor if you any liver, kidney, or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you are scheduled for any upcoming eye surgery (cataract). During treatment with VELTAM F, your doctor will regularly monitor your serum PSA levels (prostate specific antigen) to rule out risk of unwanted side effects.

Women who are pregnant or think they may be pregnant should not come in contact with VELTAM F as it may cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Men taking VELTAM F should use condom during sexual intercourse to prevent seminal exposure of VELTAM F to their partners.

The most common side effects of taking VELTAM F are feeling dizzy while standing up, decrease in sex drive or ejaculation problems. These side effects are usually temporary and disappears once the therapy is stopped. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you. Also, inform your doctor if you any experience any prolonged, painful erections (priapism) or changes in your breasts (such as breast pain or tenderness, lumps in breast, or nipple discharge) after taking VELTAM F.

USES OF VELTAM F
Treat signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia
HOW VELTAM F WORKS

VELTAM F contains two medicines such as finasteride and tamsulosin. Finasteride shrinks the size of an enlarged prostate by reducing the production of a stress hormone called dihydrotestosterone in the body that causes abnormal prostate enlargement. Tamsulosin improves urine flow and reduces other urinary symptoms associated with BPH by relaxing the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate. Collectively, they reduce the signs and symptoms of BPH.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take VELTAM F as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. VELTAM F can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking VELTAM F without consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF VELTAM F
COMMON
Feeling dizzy or faint while changing position
Problems with ejaculation
Cloudy urine
Impotence, decrease in sex drive
UNCOMMON
Headache
Rapid heartbeat
Allergic symptoms (itching of the nose)
Nausea, vomiting
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Skin rash, itching
Lack of energy
RARE

Stop taking VELTAM F and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

Priapism (persistent painful penile erection unrelated to sexual activity)
Chest pain
Severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash with redness and lumps, swelling of the face, eyelids, lips, mouth, and tongue causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea and Vomiting:

Take VELTAM F with, or just after, a meal or snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.

Headache:  

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

Feeling dizzy of faint while changing position:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.

Constipation:

Eat plenty of fibre rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals. Drink plenty of fluids. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor if this side effect bothers you.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY

VELTAM F is not intended for use in women. Also, women who are pregnant or can become pregnant should not handle the leaked medicine or be exposed to the semen of men taking VELTAM F, as it may cause serious abnormalities in the growing foetus. Contact your doctor for advice if a pregnant woman gets accidentally exposed to VELTAM F.

BREASTFEEDING

VELTAM F is not intended for use in women.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness or light-headedness after taking VELTAM F.

ALCOHOL

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with VELTAM F.

KIDNEY

VELTAM F should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

LIVER

VELTAM F is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe liver diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

ALLERGY

Do not take VELTAM F if you are allergic to Finasteride or Tamsulosin.

HEART DISEASE

VELTAM F should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

OTHERS

VELTAM F is not recommended for use if you:

Have prostate cancer

Before taking VELTAM F, inform your physician if you:

Have orthostatic hypotension (feeling dizzy or faint while standing up)
Have an upcoming cataract surgery
Are going to have blood test for PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)

Use in pediatrics:

VELTAM F is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Use in geriatrics:

VELTAM F should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or above). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interaction:

Before taking VELTAM F, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

Medicines used to treat fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole, terbinafine)
Other alpha blockers (used to treat enlarged prostate or high blood pressure) such as prazosin, doxazosin, terazosin
Medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (Ex vardenafil, sildenafil and tadalafil)
Erythromycin (a medicine used to treat bacterial infections)
Paroxetine (a medicine used to treat depression)
Diclofenac (a medicine used to treat pain or inflammation)
Warfarin (a medicine used to prevent blood clots)
Verapamil, diltiazem (medicines used to control high blood pressure)
Ritonavir, indinavir (used to treat viral infections)
Warfarin (used to prevent formation of blood clots in the body)
Cimetidine (used to treat stomach ulcers)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more VELTAM F, consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdosage might include decrease in blood pressure, which is characterized by symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, nausea, lack of concentration or blurred vision.

SYNOPSIS
Drug :  

Tamsulosin, Finasteride

Pharmacological Category :  

Alpha-1 blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors

Therapeutic Indication :  

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Dosage Forms :   Tablet, Capsule
MORE INFORMATION
Keep VELTAM F out of reach of children
Store VELTAM F at room temperature
FAQs ABOUT VELTAM F

What is the use of VELTAM F?

VELTAM F is used to treat the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in adult men. It helps in the shrinkage of an enlarged prostate and reduce the unpleasant symptoms associated with BPH.

Can VELTAM F helps to urinate easily?

VELTAM F is a urological medicine. It helps to regulate the flow of urine by relaxing the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate. It also shrinks the size of an abnormally enlarged prostate which obstructs urine flow in patients with BPH. As a result, it improves urine flow and reduces pain or discomfort while passing urine.

Can VELTAM F help to dissolve kidney stones?

No. VELTAM F is only used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia. It cannot dissolve kidney stones. However, consult your doctor before taking it.

Can the use of VELTAM F reduce hair fall?

VELTAM F is intended to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia. It is not recommended for use in reducing hair fall. However, consult your doctor before taking it.

Can the use of VELTAM F cause long-lasting painful penile erection?

Yes. VELTAM F may rarely cause persistent painful penile erection (priapism) which is unrelated to sexual activity. If you experience any such symptom, contact your doctor immediately.

Can the use of VELTAM F affect my sexual life?

VELTAM F may cause problems in sperm release (ejaculation) or decrease in sex drive. These side effects are usually temporary and disappears once therapy has been stopped. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you.

Can the use of VELTAM F cause prostate cancer?

VELTAM F may increase the risk of prostate cancer over prolonged use. Therefore, take VELTAM F only as advised by your physician. During treatment with VELTAM F, your doctor will regularly monitor your serum PSA levels (prostate specific antigen) to rule out risk of unwanted side effects.

Can VELTAM F stop urine?

VELTAM F is a urological medicine. In patients with urinary problems such as unintentional passing of urine or frequent urination, VELTAM F regulates the flow of urine by relaxing the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate. Therefore, it controls abnormal urinary symptoms (such as difficulty in passing urine or frequent urination).

I wish to father a child. Can I use VELTAM F?

Before taking VELTAM F, inform your doctor if you are planning to have a baby, because it can be found in the semen of men taking it. Both pregnant women and women of child-bearing potential must not be exposed to this medicine either through direct handling or through semen, because it may harm to the unborn baby. Men taking VELTAM F should use condom during sexual intercourse to prevent seminal exposure of VELTAM F to their partners.

Can VELTAM F cause infertility?

VELTAM F does not make you infertile. However, it can reduce sex drive or can cause few problems in ejaculation. These side effects are usually temporary and disappears once therapy is stopped. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you. Also, take VELTAM F only for the stipulated duration mentioned by your doctor to avoid the risk of side effects.

Can the use of VELTAM F make me feel dizzy?

VELTAM F may make you feel dizzy or faint especially while changing position. Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.

Who should not take VELTAM F?

Do not take VELTAM F if you have prostate cancer. It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents aged below 18 years. It should be used with caution in elderly patients. Women who are pregnant or think they may be pregnant should not come in contact with VELTAM F as it may cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Before taking VELTAM F inform your doctor if you any liver, kidney, or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you are scheduled for any upcoming eye surgery (cataract).

What is the best time to take VELTAM F?

Take VELTAM F regularly at the same time each day. It can be taken in the morning or at night with or without meals as instructed by your doctor.

What are the side effects of VELTAM F?

The most common side effects of taking VELTAM F are feeling dizzy while standing up, decrease in sex drive and ejaculation problems. These side effects are usually temporary and disappears once the therapy is stopped. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you.

How long will it take for VELTAM F to show the results?

It may take around 4 weeks for VELTAM F to show results. However, this period may vary from patient-to-patient depending upon their disease condition. Therefore, continue to take this medicine as advised by your doctor.

What to do if I forgot to take a dose of VELTAM F?

If you have missed a dose of VELTAM F, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one regularly. Do not take a double dose of VELTAM F to compensate the missed ones.

Can I stop taking VELTAM F once my symptoms subside?

Do not stop taking VELTAM F without consulting your doctor. Make sure to take this medicine for the stipulated duration recommended by your doctor to achieve maximum results.

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PRODUCT DETAILS
Net Qty
1 N
Item Weight
25 g
Ingredient
FINASTERIDE 5 mg+TAMSULOSIN 0.4 mg
Hsn Code
30049099
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