Velmect Cream
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Product introduction
Velmect Cream is a medicine used in the treatment of rosacea, which is an inflammatory condition that affects face. It helps in reducing the redness, swelling and pimples associated with rosacea.
Your doctor will explain how to use Velmect Cream and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly. It is applied to the affected areas of your face as directed by your doctor. Your skin should be clean, and dry before using it. Avoid getting it into your mouth, eyes, or inside the nose. Use it regularly and at the same time of each day to get the most benefit of the medicine.
Velmect Cream may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. These are usually temporary and go away with time. However, if these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Before using it, you should ask your doctor’s advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Velmect Cream
- Treatment of Parasitic infections
- Rosacea
Benefits of Velmect Cream
In Treatment of Parasitic infections
Velmect Cream helps treat many parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes. It works by paralyzing and killing the parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant.
In Rosacea
Rosacea is a reddening of the skin that mainly affects the face. Velmect Cream helps to relieve the symptoms caused by rosacea, such as redness, swelling, and pimples. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to get maximum benefit. If you do not see significant improvement within a few days, talk to your doctor.
Side effects of Velmect Cream
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 Velmect
- Itching
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Dizziness
- Peripheral edema
- Fever
- Joint pain
- Swelling of lymph nodes
- Synovitis
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Facial swelling
- Fast heart rate
- Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
- Increased hemoglobin
- Increased alanine aminotransferase
- Increased aspartate aminotransferase
- Decreased white blood cell count
How to use Velmect Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Velmect Cream works
Velmect Cream is an antiparasitic medication to be applied on skin. It works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of worms, causing their paralysis and death. This treats your infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Velmect Cream 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
Velmect Cream 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
What if you forget to take Velmect Cream?
If you miss a dose of Velmect Cream, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Velmect Cream helps treat redness and pimples associated with rosacea.
- Apply it to the affected areas of the face once daily.
- Use a pea-sized amount for each affected area and gently spread as a thin layer.
- It is for use on the face only. Do not use Velmect Cream in your eyes, mouth or vagina.
- Cosmetics may be used after the cream has dried.
- Inform your doctor if your skin problem does not improve within a few days or if it becomes worse.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrocyclic Lactone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Ectoparasiticides
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Velmect Cream an antibiotic?
No, Velmect Cream is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the ectoparasiticides class of medicines. It has anti-parasitic action, and it also has anti-inflammatory action (decrease redness, swelling and pain).
How long does it take for Velmect Cream to start working?
The duration of treatment with this medicine depends on the severity of your skin disorder which varies from person to person. You may start noticing improvement within 4 weeks of starting the treatment. If you do not see an improvement even after 3 months, consult the doctor as treatment discontinuation may be required.
What should I be careful of while using Velmect Cream?
You should avoid application near the eyes, lips and nose. If accidentally Velmect Cream gets in the eyes or near the eyes, eyelids, lips or nose, immediately wash the area with water. Always wash your hands before and after applying Velmect Cream.
How long do I need to use Velmect Cream?
The duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor depending on the severity of your condition. Ideally, it should be applied every day at least once, for 4 months. Do not stop the treatment in between without consulting your doctor.
Is Velmect Cream safe to be used in humans?
Yes, Velmect Cream is safe if it is being used as directed by the doctor. However, it should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents less than 18 years of age.
How should Velmect Cream be stored?
Velmect Cream should be kept in a cool dry place, and maintain the temperature below 30°C. Do not freeze. Keep it out of reach of children.
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Address: YELENAHALI, BANGALURU-560076
Country of origin: India
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