Betavert 8 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Betavert 8 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Betavert 8 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Betavert 8 Tablet include Headache, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betavert 8 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Betavert 8 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Betavert 8 Tablet has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Betavert 8 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Betavert 8 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Betavert 8 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Betavert 8 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Betavert 8 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betavert 8 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Betavert 8 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betavert 8 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Betavert 8 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Betavert during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Betavert 8 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Betavert has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betavert 8 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Betavert may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Betavert 8 Tablet on the Liver?
Betavert may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Betavert 8 Tablet on the Heart?
Betavert can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Betavert 8 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betavert 8 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betavert 8 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Betavert 8 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Betavert 8 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Betavert 8 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Betavert 8 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betavert 8 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Betavert 8 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betavert 8 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Betavert 8 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Betavert is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea, and headache. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Betavert 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.
Yes, Betavert can be used to treat a migraine associated with vertigo. However, it is off-label use of this drug and should be taken only on doctor's advice. Its primary use is to treat vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss associated with Meniere's disease.
Betavert can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration. It starts working within a few days after consuming this drug. However, in some patient, it may take some weeks to work properly. Duration, of course, varies patient to patient.
No, Betavert does not increase blood pressure. In fact, it decreases the blood pressure due to its vasodilation (Dilate blood vessels) properties. It may cause dry mouth, diarrhea, nausea, and headache.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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)
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