Viltica-U Inhalation Capsule 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg

Viltica-U Inhalation Capsule 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Each dry powder inhaler capsule contains Vilanterol 25 mcg (as Vilanterol Trifenatate INN), Fluticasone Furoate INN 100 mcg and Umeclidinium 62.5 mcg (as Umeclidinium Bromide INN). Vilanterol 25 mcg (as Vilanterol Trifenatate INN), Fluticasone Furoate INN 200 mcg and Umeclidinium 62.5 mcg (as Umeclidinium Bromide INN).
Trade Name Viltica-U Inhalation Capsule 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg
Generic Vilanterol Trifenatate + Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium Bromide
Weight 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg
Type Inhalation Capsule
Therapeutic Class Combined bronchodilators
Manufacturer Renata Limited
Available Country Bangladesh
Last Updated: October 19, 2023 at 6:27 am
Viltica-U Inhalation Capsule 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg
Viltica-U Inhalation Capsule 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg

Uses

This is indicated for- The maintenance treatment of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The maintenance treatment of asthma in patients aged 18 years and older. Limitation of use: Not indicated for relief of acute bronchospasm.

Viltica-U Inhalation Capsule 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Asthma, Bacterial Sinusitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Chronic Sinusitis, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis (PAR), Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

How Viltica-U Inhalation Capsule 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg works

Fluticasone furoate works through an unknown mechanism to affect the action of various cell types and mediators of inflammation. In vitro experiments show fluticasone furoate activating glucocorticoid receptors, inhibiting nuclear factor kappa b, and inhibiting lung eosinophilia in rats.

Dosage

Viltica-U Inhalation Capsule 25 mcg+100 mcg+62.5 mcg dosage

This inhalation capsule must not be swallowed. Only to be used with the device. Remove the capsule from the blister pack only immediately before using it in the inhalation device. After inhalation, rinse your mouth with water without swallowing to reduce the risk of oropharyngeal candidiasis.Adults (18 years or older): Should be used at the same time every day, not more than once every 24 hours. If shortness of breath or other asthma symptoms arise in the period between doses, an inhaled SABA (Short Acting β-Agonist) should be taken for immediate relief.Maintenance treatment of COPD: 1 inhalation capsule once daily.Maintenance treatment of Asthma: 1 inhalation capsule once daily.

How to use the Nasal Spray

  • Shake the bottle gently and remove the dust cover.
  • Hold the spray with your forefinger and middle finger on either side of the nozzle and your thumb underneath the bottle. If using for the first time or if you have not used it for a week or more, press the nasal applicator several times until a fine mist comes out from the container.
  • Gently blow the nose to clear the nostrils.
  • Close one nostril and carefully insert the nasal applicator into the open nostril. Tilt your head forward slightly and keep the spray upright. Breathe in through your nose and while breathing in, press the white collar of nasal applicator firmly down once to release a spray.
  • Breathe out through your mouth.
  • Repeat the above steps in the same/other nostril for consecutive doses.

Side Effects

COPD: Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥1%) are upper respiratory tract infection, pneumonia, bronchitis, oral candidiasis, headache, back pain, arthralgia, infuenza, sinusitis, pharyngitis, rhinitis, dysgeusia, constipation, urinary tract infection, diarrhea, gastroenteritis, oropharyngeal pain, cough, and dysphonia.Asthma: Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥2%) are pharyngitis/nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory tract infection/viral upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis, respiratory tract infection/viral respiratory tract infection, sinusitis/acute sinusitis, urinary tract infection, rhinitis, infuenza, headache, and back pain.

Toxicity

Fluticasone furoate administered nasally may be associated with adrenal suppression or an increase in QTc interval though the association has not been well demonstrated in studies. Fluticasone furoate requires no dosage adjustment in renal impairment but must be used in caution in hepatic impairment due to the elimination mechanisms. Fluticasone furoate is not associated with carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or impairment of fertility. There are no well controlled studies in pregnancy or lactation though animal studies have shown teratogenicity and hypoadrenalism in the offspring of treated mothers and other corticosteroids are known to be excreted in breast milk. Generally, there are no reported adverse effects with fluticasone in pregnancy. Pediatric patients should be given the lowest possible dose and monitored for reduction in growth velocity. There is insufficient evidence to determine whether geriatric patients respond differently to other patients. Systemic exposure may be 27-49% higher in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese patients compared to Caucasian patients. Caution should be exercised in these patients and the benefit and risk should be assessed before deciding on a treatment.

Precaution

LABA monotherapy increases the risk of serious asthma-related events. Do not initiate in acutely deteriorating COPD or asthma. Do not use to treat acute symptoms. Do not use in combination with additional therapy containing a LABA because of risk of overdose. Candida albicans infection of the mouth and pharynx may occur. Monitor patients periodically. Advise the patient to rinse his/her mouth with water without swallowing after inhalation to help reduce the risk. Increased risk of pneumonia in patients with COPD. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of pneumonia. If paradoxical bronchospasm occurs, discontinue and institute alternative therapy. Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disorders because of beta-adrenergic stimulation. Worsening of urinary retention may occur. Use with caution in patients with prostatic hyperplasia or bladder-neck obstruction. Use with caution in patients with convulsive disorders, thyrotoxicosis, diabetes mellitus, and ketoacidosis.

Interaction

Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole): Use with caution. May cause systemic corticosteroid and cardiovascular effects.Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants: Use with extreme caution. May potentiate the effect of vilanterol on the vascular system.Beta-blockers: Use with caution. May block the bronchodilatory effects of beta-agonists and produce severe bronchospasm.Diuretics: Use with caution. Electrocardiographic changes and/or hypokalemia associated with non–potassium-sparing diuretics may worsen with concomitant beta-agonists.Anticholinergics: May interact additively with concomitantly used anticholinergic medications. Avoid administration of this preparation with other anticholinergic-containing drugs.

Volume of Distribution

608L at steady state for intravenous administration of fluticasone furoate. Other reports suggest the mean volume of distribution at steady state is 661L. A study of 24 healthy Caucasian males showed a volume of distribution at steady state of 704L following intravenous administration.

Elimination Route

Intranasal exposure of fluticasone furoate results in patients swallowing a larger portion of the dose. However, absorption is poor and metabolism is high, therefore there is negligible systemic exposure with a nasal bioavailability of 0.50% and oral bioavialability of 1.26%. Inhaled bioavailability is 13.9%. A study of 24 healthy Caucasian males showed an inhaled bioavailability of 6.3-18.4%.

Half Life

15.1 hours for intranasal fluticasone furoate and 24 hours for the inhaled formulation. A study of 24 healthy Caucasian males showed a half life of 13.6 hours following intravenous administration and 17.3-23.9 hours followed inhalation.

Clearance

57.8L/h for fluticasone furoate. A study of 24 healthy Caucasian males showed a clearance of 71.8L/h following intravenous administration.

Elimination Route

Fluticasone furoate is eliminated ≥90% in the feces and 1-2% in the urine.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

Insufficient data on the use of this preparation in pregnant women and lactating mothers.

Contraindication

Primary treatment of status asthmaticus or acute episodes of COPD or asthma requiring intensive measures Severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins or any ingredients.

Special Warning

Use in Children & Adolescents: It is not indicated for use in children and adolescents. The safety and efficacy in pediatric patients (aged 17 years and younger) have not been established.Elderly population: Based on available data, no adjustment of the dosage in geriatric patients is necessary, but greater sensitivity in some older individuals cannot be ruled out.Renal impairment: It has not been studied in subjects with renal impairment.Hepatic impairment: It has not been studied in subjects with hepatic impairment.

Acute Overdose

There are no data available from clinical trials on overdose with this inhalation capsule.

Storage Condition

Avoid storage in direct sunlight or heat. Store in a cool & dry place. Keep away from eyes. Keep out of reach of children.

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