Volibris
Composition for Volibris Products
Volibris Products are primarily used for
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)Products for Volibris
Volibris Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹2315.18
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About Volibris Products
Uses of Volibris Products
Ambrisentan is used in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Volibris Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Volibris are Sinus inflammation, Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Peripheral edema, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk).
How Volibris Products work
Ambrisentan is an endothelin receptor blocker. It blocks the action of endothelin (a natural substance) that causes blood vessels to narrow (constrict). This narrowing increases the pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs. Ambrisentan helps relax these blood vessels and increases the supply of blood to the lungs.
In Depth Information for Volibris Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Volibris to treat high pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs (the pulmonary arteries).
- It helps improve your quality of life, exercising ability, and delay disease progression.
- Your doctor may ask you to get routine blood tests done to check for anemia and to assess the functioning of your liver.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Volibris affects you.
- Females with reproductive potential should use a reliable form of birth control while using and 1 month after stopping Volibris as it is toxic to an unborn baby.
- Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you notice weight gain, swelling of your arms and legs, or difficulty breathing.
- Your doctor has prescribed Volibris to treat high pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs (the pulmonary arteries).
- It helps improve your quality of life, exercising ability, and delay disease progression.
- Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Your doctor may ask you to get routine blood tests done to check for anemia and to assess the functioning of your liver.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Volibris affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you notice weight gain, swelling of your arms and legs, or difficulty breathing.
- Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of skin/eye, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Patient Concerns about Volibris Products
Frequently asked questions about Volibris Products
Q. Can Volibris Tablet cause liver problems?
Yes, Volibris Tablet commonly causes an increase in liver enzymes. It may rarely cause liver injury and inflammation of the liver because of the body’s own defences (autoimmune hepatitis). Consult your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dark-colored urine and yellowing of the skin.
Q. How should Volibris Tablet be taken?
Usually, the doctors advise to take one dose of Volibris Tablet. You can take it with or without food but prefer taking it at the same time each day. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it into pieces.
Q. Can I stop taking Volibris Tablet on my own?
No, you should not stop taking Volibris Tablet without consulting your doctor as this may worsen your condition. Talk to your doctor if you need to stop it.
Q. What is the most important thing that I should know about Volibris Tablet?
Volibris Tablet may cause serious birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Therefore, every woman who is capable of becoming pregnant should get a pregnancy test done before starting Volibris Tablet. Additionally, during treatment with Volibris Tablet you should use two reliable methods of contraception to ensure that you do not get pregnant.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Volibris Tablet?
The serious side effects of Volibris Tablet are swelling all over the body (fluid retention), decreased sperm count and low red blood cell count (anemia). Tell your doctor if you have any unusual weight gain, tiredness, or trouble breathing.
Q. Why have I been prescribed Volibris Tablet?
Volibris Tablet is used to treat pulmonary hypertension in adults. Pulmonary hypertension is a condition wherein there is increased blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries (blood vessels that carry blood from heart to lungs). Volibris Tablet lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the pulmonary arteries, making it easier for the heart to pump blood through them.
Q. What are the symptoms of overdose of Volibris Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Volibris Tablet may cause headache, flushing, dizziness, or nausea. It may cause low blood pressure which may further lead to lightheadedness. Contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical services in a nearby hospital if you take more than the recommended doses of this medicine.