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Betatine 16 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Betatine 16 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Betatine during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Betatine 16 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Betatine as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Betatine 16 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Betatine. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Betatine 16 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Betatine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Betatine 16 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Betatine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betatine 16 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betatine 16 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Betatine 16 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Betatine 16 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Betatine 16 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Betatine 16 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betatine 16 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Betatine 16 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betatine 16 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Betatine 16 Tablet.
Betatine is an analogue of histamine whereas cinnarizine is an antihistamine. Theoretically analogue of histamine counteract with antihistamine hence should not be used together. No clinical trial suggest on the concurrent use of these two medicines together.
Discontinuation of Betatine on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Betatine is a brand name for betahistine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antivertigo or betahistine analogue. It is available in a different dosage form such tablet, injection. It is commonly prescribed for balance disorders or prevents vertigo symptoms associated with Meniere's disease. It is also used to treat ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and hearing loss or hearing difficulty.
No, Betatine does not treat motion sickness. It is antivertigo medicine used to treat vertigo associated with Meniere's disease. Motion sickness is treated with ondansetron and another anti-nausea drug. It is well tolerated and has no side effects.
Occasionally, Betatine causes constipation. Constipation means three or fewer bowl in a week, in this case, stool become hard and dry and sometimes it is painful to pass. If you experience severe constipation after consuming this medicine, eat more fruit, vegetable, and grain which are higher in fibers. Also, drink plenty of water and take a laxative if necessary.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 163
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Apo-betahistine(betahistine dihydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Serc® (betahistine dihyrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Setear (betahistine)