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Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is used to treat symptoms of asthma. It contains Mometasone and Formoterol, which works by acting inside the nasal passage and airways lining cells and stops releasing certain chemicals responsible for causing inflammatory reactions and allergies. Thereby, it provides relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose and sinus discomfort. Also, it relaxes and widens respiratory airways muscles, making it easier to breathe for asthma and COPD patients. Some people may experience side effects such as stuffy nose, dry mouth, throat irritation, and hoarse voice. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule belongs to the respiratory combination medication primarily used to treat symptoms of asthma. Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways get narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing.
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two drugs: Mometasone (corticosteroid) and Formoterol (LABA - long-acting beta-agonists or bronchodilator). Mometasone works by acting inside the nasal passage and airways lining cells and stops releasing certain chemicals responsible for causing inflammatory reactions and allergies. Thereby, it provides relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose and sinus discomfort. Formoterol relaxes and widens respiratory airways muscles, making it easier for asthma and COPD patient breath easier.
Your doctor will recommend how often you use Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule based on your medical condition. Some people may experience a stuffy nose, dry mouth, throat irritation, and hoarse voice. Most of these side effects of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule should not be used for the relief of acute bronchospasm. If you are allergic to Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule. Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma, experience chest tightness in the morning or last longer than usual, please consult a doctor immediately. These might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment.
Uses of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule
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Medicinal Benefits
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is a combination of two drugs: Mometasone and Formoterol, which is used to treat asthma symptoms. Mometasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by acting inside the nasal lining cells and stops the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Thereby, provides relief from sneezing, runny or blocked nose and sinus discomfort. Formoterol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that relax muscles and widen the lung airways. Thus, it makes breathing easier.
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Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule. Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma, experience chest tightness in the morning, or last longer than usual, please consult a doctor immediately. These might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), glaucoma, cataracts, osteoporosis (weak bones), fits, immune system problems, chickenpox, and thyroid problems, inform your doctor before using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule.
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Alcohol
Consult your doctor
The interaction of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
The safety of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
It is unknown whether Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
Use Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
Safe if prescribed
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
Consult your doctor
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule should not be used in children aged less than 12 years unless prescribed by a child specialist.
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Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule is used to treat symptoms of asthma.
Yes, Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule may cause fungal infection in the mouth (Candida albicans) is a common side effect. It is not necessary for everyone using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, brush your teeth or rinse your mouth with water after using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule every time.
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule should be used with caution in osteoporosis (low bone density resulting in weak and brittle bones) patients as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis before using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed.
No, you are not recommended to take ketoconazole or other antifungal drugs such as itraconazole with Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule as co-administration of these medicines may increase the absorption of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule bloodstream and increase the risk of serious side effects. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule.
You are not recommended to use more than the prescribed dose of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule as one may experience dry mouth, seizures, palpitation, nausea, dizziness, hyperglycemia, high blood pressure, and sleep disorders on overdosage. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule, please consult a doctor immediately.
No, you are not recommended to stop using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, use Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule, please consult your doctor.
No, Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule does not relieve a sudden asthma attack. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.
Throat irritation or pain, stuffy nose, dry mouth, throat irritation, hoarse voice are some of the common side effects of Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule, which might occur in some patients.
Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma, as it may increase the pressure in the eye. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have glaucoma before using Velcera 6mcg/200mcg Capsule so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed.
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