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Is the active ingredient in the medication.
Treatment of Ménière's disease, a disorder of the inner ear that causes episodes of dizziness, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and hearing loss.
Treatment of symptoms of vestibular disorders, such as dizziness, vertigo, and nausea.
Betahistine Tablets Ip 24 Mg (Betahistine) works by increasing blood flow to the inner ear, which helps to improve the function of the vestibular system (the part of the inner ear that controls balance). It also has histamine-like properties, which may contribute to its effectiveness in treating dizziness.
Store betahistine at room temperature, away from light and moisture.
The dosage of betahistine will vary depending on the individual's condition and response to treatment.
Betahistine is typically taken by mouth, usually three times a day.
It is important to take betahistine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not stop taking betahistine without talking to your doctor first.
Headache
Stomach upset
Nausea
Vomiting
Drowsiness
Skin rash
Itching
Drinking alcohol while taking betahistine may increase the risk of side effects, such as drowsiness and dizziness.
Betahistine can cause drowsiness, so it is important to avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
It is not known if betahistine is safe to take during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor before taking this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Betahistine is not typically used in children.
Betahistine is primarily eliminated by the kidneys, so caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Betahistine is metabolized by the liver, so caution is advised in patients with severe liver disease.
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1000/0002/0002/4049/pil_1000_0002_0002_4049.pdf
https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-14690/betahistine-oral/details
