Vascel 40IU Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Celon Laboratories Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Vasopressin (40IU) |
| Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
| Chemical Class | Vasopressin analogues |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | HORMONES |
| Action Class | Vasopressin analogues |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 603 |
FAQ
Can I take Vascel 40IU in pregnancy?
There is no clarity on the use of Vascel 40IU in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Vascel 40IU. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.
Is Vascel 40IU safe?
Vascel 40IU is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How do you give Vascel 40IU?
Vascel 40IU is given by a doctor or nurse into the muscle or under the skin. It should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Vascel 40IU.
Is Vascel 40IU effective?
Vascel 40IU is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Vascel 40IU too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Who should not take Vascel 40IU?
Vascel 40IU should not be given to anyone with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to Vascel 40IU or any of its ingredients.
What if you forget to take Vascel Injection?
If you miss a dose of Vascel 40IU, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
Vascel 40IU Injection Reviews
Vascel 40IU is used in the treatment of diabetes insipidus, bleeding esophageal varices (bleeding from dilated veins in the food pipe leading to your stomach), and low blood pressure.
Vascel 40IU is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them.
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as decreased cardiac output, slow heart rate, tachyarrhythmias, decreased sodium level in the blood, and ischemia. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents.
Vascel 40IU is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them.
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as decreased cardiac output, slow heart rate, tachyarrhythmias, decreased sodium level in the blood, and ischemia. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away or get worse.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents.
How Vascel 40IU Injection Works
Vascel 40IU have the same structure as that of the natural hormone vasopressin. Vasopressin lowers the amount of urine and bleeding by constricting (narrowing) the blood vessels which, in turn, prevents the loss of water from the body.
How to Use Vascel 40IU Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Vascel 40IU Injection
- In Low blood pressure: Vascel 40IU is used to relieve low blood pressure which may occur due to sudden change in posture from lying to sitting or standing up, during an operation or after an injury. This medicine helps to bring back the blood pressure within normal range and therefore prevents any sudden fall or even serious complications that might have otherwise followed due to low blood pressure.
- In Diabetes insipidus: Vascel 40IU contains a hormone vasopressin, that acts on the kidneys and reduces the frequency and amount of urine produced by the kidneys. Thus, it brings about rapid action of controlling thirst and also reduces the urge to urinate often. This helps to manage these symptoms in diabetes insipidus and improves your quality of life.
- In Bleeding esophageal varices: Esophageal varices develop when normal blood flow to the liver is blocked by a clot or scar tissue in the liver. Vascel 40IU helps to reduce blood flow by narrowing the blood vessels and helps reduce and stop bleeding. It is given as an injection by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Uses of Vascel 40IU Injection
- Bleeding esophageal varices
- Low blood pressure
- Diabetes insipidus
Vascel 40IU Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vascel 40IU.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vascel 40IU 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.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vascel 40IU in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vascel 40IU in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Vascel 40IU does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vascel 40IU is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Quick Tips
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- It makes you feel dizzy or lightheaded. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Vascel 40IU is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
References
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