Velakast Tablets 28'S
By APRAZER HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
28 Tablet(s) in Bottle
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Description
Velakast Tablet is a combination of Sofosbuvir and Velpatasvir. It is used to treat chronic (long term) hepatitis C (an ongoing viral infection that damages the liver). They belong to the antiviral c
lass of medicine. Velakast Tablet works by stopping the growth and spread of the virus that causes infection. It should not be used in children below 6-years of age and weighing less than 17 kgs. You should provide detailed information about medical conditions and medications along with family history to your doctor. Velakast Tablet should not be used by pregnant and nursing mothers. Take the prescribed dose for a prescribed duration at the same time for optimal benefit. If you experience any other symptoms while on this medication, reach out to your doctor.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹15164.10 |
| You Save | ₹2184.90 (13% on MRP) |
| Contains | Sofosbuvir(400.0 Mg)+Velpatasvir(100.0 Mg) |
| Therapy | DRUGS FOR HEPATITIS C |
Uses
Velakast Tablet is used to treat adults and children 6-years of age and older or weighing at least 17 kg with chronic (lasting a long time) hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection with or without cirrhosis (scarring of liver or liver failure)....
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to Sofosbuvir, Velpatasvir or any other component of Velakast Tablet.
- If you are on the medicine used to treat fits such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin; medicine used to treat tuberculosis such as rifampicin, rifabutin.
Side effects
- Rash
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Velakast Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information about the effects of Velakast Tablet in human pregnancy. Use in pregnancy is not recommended. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Velakast Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
There is limited information about the effects of Velakast Tablet on breastfeeding women. Use while breastfeeding is not recommended, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Velakast Tablet?
A:
Velakast Tablet does not affect the ability to drive.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Velakast Tablet?
A:
It is not recommended to consume alcohol with Velakast Tablet as it may increase the side effects such as headache, nausea, diarrhoea, tiredness and worse liver health.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have or had a history of hepatitis B infection, liver transplant or liver failure.
- You have heart disease including irregular heartbeat, slow heart rate and are on any treatment.
- You have kidney disease or diabetes.
- You are on any prescribed or non-prescribed medication.
- Velakast Tablet should not be used in children below 6-years of age and weighing less than 17kg.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Velakast Tablet contains Sofosbuvir and Velpatasvir. They work by inhibiting the viral multiplication and decreases the viral load. Thus, it prevents the spreading of infection.
Directions for Use
Velakast Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor....
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of acid-lowering medicine such as aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, cimetidine, famotidine, ranitidine, omeprazole, pantoprazole decreases the effect of Velakast.
- Velakast Tablet increases the effect of the medicine used to treat irregular heartbeat such as amiodarone, digoxin when coadministered.
- Velakast Tablet increases the effect of medications used as a blood thinner, such as dabigatran, warfarin when co-administered.
- Medicine used to treat fits such as oxcarbazepine, phenytoin decreases the effect of Velakast Tablet when co-administered.
- Concomitant use of Velakast Tablet increases the effect of antiviral medicine such as tenofovir.
- Use of other antiviral medicine such as Lopinavir, efavirenz, rilpivirine, atazanavir, darunavir, raltegravir, cobicistat may increase or decrease the effect of Velakast Tablet when coadministered.
- When Velakast Tablet is used concomitantly with herbal supplements like St. John's wort, the desired effect is decreased.
- Medicine used to lower cholesterol level such as atorvastatin, pravastatin, rosuvastatin effect is increased when Velakast Tablet is co-administered.
- Immunosuppressive medicine such as ciclosporin, tacrolimus effect may be increased or decreased when Velakast Tablet is co-administered.
- Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid interactions.
Storage and disposal
- Store at temperature below 25°C in a cool, dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
If you have taken too much of Velakast Tablet, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking any dose of Velakast Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Velakast Tablet cause liver cancer?
A: No, Velakast Tablet cures and prevents the hepatitis C infection from spreading. Improper or irregular treatment may lead to liver cancer, so it is recommended to take an exact prescribed dose for the prescribed duration.
Q: When should I take Velakast Tablet?
A: Velakast Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor for the prescribed duration. It is recommended to take Velakast Tablet at a fixed time daily for optimal benefits. It can be taken with or without food.
Q: Can I drink alcohol with Velakast Tablet?
A: No, you should not drink alcohol with Velakast Tablet. It may worsen liver health and decrease the effect of the medicine.
Q: Can I stop taking Velakast Tablet when I feel better?
A: No, do not stop taking Velakast Tablet before the prescribed duration. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. You should complete the full course of treatment, else there are chances of recurrence of an infection.
Q: Is Velakast Tablet effective?
A: Velakast Tablet is effective if you take it at dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking this tablet once you start feeling good, the chance of recurrence of the infection increases.
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Product Details
Brand
VELAKAST
Address
<p>1. 36-B, Pusa Rd, Block 11, Old Rajinder Nagar, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110060</p>
Country of Origin
India
Expiry Date
15/06/2026
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