Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule
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Introduction of Velcera Capsule
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is used in the treatment of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It relaxes the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule1 and Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule2.
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule1 and Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule2.
Uses of Velcera Capsule
Benefits of Velcera Capsule
In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is caused by swelling of the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule relaxes the muscles of these airways and widens it. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.
Side effects of Velcera Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Velcera
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Respiratory tract infection
- Fungal infection of mouth
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Hoarseness of voice
- Dryness in mouth
- Cough
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Increased heart rate
How to use Velcera Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Velcera Capsule
- Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
- This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
- It should be taken at the same time each day.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule can lower blood potassium level.
- Only miniscule amounts of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
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Address: Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Country of origin: India
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