Vertin 24 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Vertin 24 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Vertin 24 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Vertin 24 Tablet are Headache, Indigestion. Some other side effects of Vertin 24 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Vertin 24 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vertin 24 Tablet is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Vertin 24 Tablet related warnings talks about Vertin 24 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Vertin 24 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vertin 24 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Vertin 24 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vertin 24 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Vertin 24 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vertin 24 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Vertin 24 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Vertin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Vertin 24 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Vertin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vertin 24 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Vertin can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Vertin 24 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Vertin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Vertin 24 Tablet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Vertin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Vertin 24 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 Vertin 24 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vertin 24 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Vertin 24 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Vertin 24 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vertin 24 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Vertin 24 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vertin 24 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Vertin 24 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vertin 24 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Vertin 24 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Vertin 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.
Yes, Vertin can be taken with amitriptyline. Vertin has not clinically evaluated when taken with amitriptyline. Hence there are no reported drug interactions are found between them.
Yes, Vertin 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.
No, Vertin 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.
Occasionally, Vertin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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