Betahistine
Description
Betahistine belongs to the class antivertigo which helps in the treatment of Meniere's disease which is an inner ear disorder. It is similar to that of a natural substance called histamine. This medicine is not recommended in the patients with Pheochromocytoma.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Betahistine
- Nausea
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Bloating
- Skin rash
- Trouble sleeping
- Fast heartbeat
- Difficulty in breathing
Uses of Betahistine
What is it prescribed for?
- Meniere's disease
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionNo sufficient information is available about the peak levels of this medicine in the body. It is well observed orally. The presence of food may delay the absorption of this medicine.
- Duration of effectThe effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 16 to 17 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?Habit forming tendencies were reported
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks of this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks of this medicine.
Pheochromocytoma
This medicine is not recommended in the patients with a condition called Pheochromocytoma.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended in the patients with a known history of allergy to Betahistine.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks of this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks of this medicine.
General warnings
Gastrointestinal disorder
This medicine may increase the risk of stomach ulcers. Inform the doctor if you have a history of peptic ulcer disease or any gastrointestinal disease. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent stomach irritation.
Asthma
This medicine may increase the risk of breathing problem. Inform the doctor if you have a history of asthma or any lung diseases.
Impaired liver function
Liver injury may cause accumulation of this medicine in the body. Any history of liver disease should be reported to the doctor and necessary precautions should be taken to prevent further accumulation.
Pediatric use
This medicine is not recommended for the children less than 18 years.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Betahistine, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
antihistamines
Beta-2 agonists
Disease interactions
Pheochromocytoma
This medicine is not recommended in the patients with a condition called Pheochromocytoma.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Betahistine with food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by increasing the blood flow in the inner ear thus reduces the pressure in the ear and prevents the symptoms.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antiemetic/antivertigo agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 18 Apr 2017
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