Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Medicare Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Vericiguat (2.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of heart failure. It increases the pumping activity of the heart and relaxes the blood vessels, which further improves the blood circulation throughout the body.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet should be taken with food regularly at a fixed time each day. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like a low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Hypotension Anemia
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
How it works
Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet turns on a protein (soluble guanylate cyclase) in the body. This relaxes the blood vessels and allows more blood to flow through. As a result, the heart is able to pump better and doesn't have to work as hard.
Quick Tips
Monitor your blood pressure regularly since this medicine may cause low blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you are anemic since Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet can cause a decrease in the hemoglobin level. If you feel dizzy while taking this medicine, do not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery. Use contraceptives and do not conceive a child (get pregnant) while taking Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
How does Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet work in heart failure?
Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet works by widening the pulmonary arteries, making it easier for the heart to pump blood through the lungs.
What is the recommended dosing of Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet?
The recommended starting dose of Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet is 2.5 mg orally once daily with food. Your doctor will double the dose approximately every 2 weeks to reach the target maintenance dose of 10 mg once daily.
Can Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
This treatment may harm a baby developing in the womb. It is essential to avoid conception or fathering a child while on treatment with Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet and for at least 1 month after its last dose. Consult your doctor about effective contraception before starting the treatment.
Does Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet lower blood pressure?
Yes, this medicine may cause a drop in blood pressure, which is most commonly observed while taking the first dose. Be cautious while driving, operating machinery, or performing important tasks during the initial days of treatment. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.
How does Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet work in heart failure?
Verquvo 2.5mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels and allowing more blood to flow through, enabling the heart to pump better and work less hard.
What are some of the symptoms of heart failure?
Symptoms of heart failure may include a fast heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness, feeling tired, weak, or dizzy, ongoing coughing or wheezing, or swelling of the feet or legs.
Can a change in lifestyle make a difference?
Yes, following a healthy diet and simple exercise or walking can help alleviate heart failure symptoms and improve everyday life.
What is a heart-healthy diet?
A heart-healthy diet is rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, skinless poultry, fish, nuts, and legumes. This diet limits saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, red meat, sweets, and sugar-sweetened beverages.
