Aviptadil
About Aviptadil
Aviptadil is indicated for the treatment of patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and severe COVID-19 with ARDS. ARDS is a life-threatening lung injury that allows fluid to leak into the lungs. Due to this, breathing becomes difficult, and oxygen cannot get into the body.
Aviptadil contains Aviptadil, a synthetic form of human Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP), which helps reduce lung inflammation.
In some cases, Aviptadil may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, low blood pressure, facial flushing, and infusion-related reactions. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Aviptadil. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.
Uses of Aviptadil
Medicinal Benefits
Aviptadil is indicated for the treatment of patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and severe COVID-19 with ARDS. Aviptadil contains Aviptadil, a synthetic form of human Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP), which helps reduce lung inflammation.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Aviptadil
- Diarrhoea
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Facial flushing
- Infusion-related reactions
Drug Warnings
Do not take Aviptadil if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have/had cardiovascular or cerebrovascular conditions. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal products and vitamin/mineral supplements.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorIt is not known if alcohol interacts with Aviptadil. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
cautionMost people who get ARDS are already at the hospital for infection or trauma.
Liver
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you have a liver impairment.
Kidney
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you have kidney problems.
Children
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Please consult your doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS):
- Avoid/quit smoking as it can worsen lung problems.
- Try avoiding secondhand smoke and other lung irritants such as harmful fumes.
- Follow a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet as it has anti-inflammatory and vasodilating effects.
- Maintain adequate fluid balance by managing fluid intake.
COVID-19:
- Always remember to wear a mask when you are around other people. Wearing a mask helps in preventing the spread of infection.
- Maintain social distance and avoid gatherings.
- Clean your hands regularly with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitiser.
- Clean and disinfect surfaces regularly.
- Consume protein-rich foods.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS): ARDS is a life-threatening lung condition that occurs when fluid leaks into the air sacs of the lungs. Due to this, breathing becomes difficult, and oxygen cannot get into the body. ARDS results from lung injury such as sepsis, pneumonia, inhaling harmful substances, or trauma to the head, chest or other areas of the body. Patients with ARDS are short of breath, often to a distressing level.
COVID-19: Coronavirus disease, also known as SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2), is an infectious disease caused by the coronavirus. The virus transmits through droplets generated from an infectious person’s cough, sneeze or heavy breathing. The common symptoms of coronavirus disease are dry cough, tiredness, breathlessness, fever, loss of sense of taste and smell, diarrhoea, body pains, headache, and sore throat.
FAQs
Aviptadil is used to treat Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and severe COVID-19 with ARDS.
Aviptadil has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce lung inflammation.
Diarrhoea might be a side effect of Aviptadil. Consult the doctor if you develop diarrhoea or loose stools. Do not take any medicine to treat diarrhoea without talking to the doctor.
Aviptadil should be used with caution in people with severe cardiovascular or cerebrovascular conditions. Inform the doctor if you have heart problems.
