Veltride

Common use

Veltride tablets is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It reduces the size of the enlarged prostate gland, alleviating symptoms such as discomfort and urinary incontinence.

Dosage and direction

Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and duration of Veltride tablets. Take it all in at once. It should not be chewed, crushed, or broken. Veltride tablet can be taken with or without food, although it is best to take them at the same time every day.

Precautions

If you have liver disease, use Veltride with caution as it could increase your risk of side effects.
This medication is intended for use in adult men, and is therefore not applicable for pregnant or lactating women.

Contraindications

Veltride is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Dutasteride or any of the ingredients in it. Patients with severe liver disease should not take this medicine.
Avoid using Veltride if you are allergic to Dutasteride or similar category medications known as 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.

Possible side effect

Side effects of Veltride: Decreased sexual drive; Impotence; Sexual disorders; Breast tenderness and swelling; Testicular pain or swelling.

Drug interaction

Veltride can interact with antiviral medicines (e.g., ritonavir), antifungal medicines (e.g., itraconazole, fluconazole, and ketoconazole), antibacterial medicines (e.g., ciprofloxacin), calcium channel blockers (e.g., verapamil and diltiazem), and acid suppressants (e.g., cimetidine).

Missed dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, provided it's not too close to the time for your next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.

Overdose

An overdose of Veltride is unlikely to pose a significant threat, but if there are symptoms like facial swelling or skin rash, contact your doctor immediately.

Storage

Store Veltride at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. Keep away from children.