vertifar (BETAHISTINE)
What is Vertifar?
Vertifar helps with dizziness, ringing in the ears, and hearing problems caused by Ménière's disease. It works by changing how the body uses a substance called histamine, which improves blood flow to the inner ear and brain. This helps the brain adjust to the dizziness. Some people get side effects like nausea, indigestion, and headaches.
What is the usual dose of Vertifar?
For grown-ups, start by taking a 16mg pill three times a day, ideally with food. Later, your doctor might adjust your dose to be between 24mg and 48mg total per day. This medicine isn't for kids under 18 because there isn't enough information on whether it's safe and effective for them.
How do I take Vertifar?
Take 16 milligrams of this medicine three times a day. It's best to take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. You don't have to avoid any particular foods.
For how long do I take Vertifar?
Vertifar is sometimes taken long-term, with usual daily doses ranging from 24 to 48 milligrams. How long someone takes it depends on their individual needs and their doctor's advice. There's no set time frame.
What is Vertifar used for?
Vertifar tablets help some people with Ménière's disease. Ménière's disease causes dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and hearing problems. This medicine may lessen these symptoms, but it doesn't cure the disease.
How long does it take for Vertifar to start working?
Vertifar's active part shows up in the blood quickly, peaking in about an hour. It then leaves the body gradually over a few hours. How quickly you feel its effects isn't stated in the provided information, but the body processes it relatively fast.
Is Vertifar effective?
Clinical studies have demonstrated that Vertifar effectively reduces the severity and frequency of vertigo episodes in patients with Ménière's syndrome.
How does one know if Vertifar is working?
Patients typically experience reduced dizziness, less frequent vertigo attacks, and improvement in hearing and tinnitus symptoms.
How does Vertifar work?
Vertifar helps with inner ear problems. It seems to work by affecting certain chemicals in the brain and inner ear that control balance and hearing. This improves blood flow to these areas, and helps the brain adjust to inner ear issues. The exact way it does this isn't completely known, but it involves influencing brain signals related to balance.
Who should avoid taking Vertifar?
Vertifar shouldn't be used by people with a rare tumor called phaeochromocytoma or allergies to it. If you have stomach ulcers, asthma, hives, rashes, hay fever, or very low blood pressure, your doctor needs to be extra careful prescribing it. To avoid stomach problems, take it with food or a lower dose.
Can I take Vertifar with vitamins or supplements?
There are no specific interactions with common vitamins or supplements. However, always consult a healthcare provider before combining medications.
Can I take Vertifar with other prescription drugs?
Vertifar is a medicine, and it doesn't mix well with some other things. Specifically, it's risky to take it with MAO inhibitors (a type of medicine), alcohol, or a combination of pyrimethamine and dapsone (other medicines). It can also become stronger and have more of an effect when taken with salbutamol (another medicine). Tests in a lab show that MAO inhibitors might stop the body from breaking down Vertifar properly, which could lead to problems. Basically, you should tell your doctor about *all* the medicines and alcohol you're taking before you start Vertifar.
Can Vertifar be taken safely while pregnant?
Vertifar is a medicine, and doctors don't recommend it for pregnant women. We don't know enough about how it might affect a baby during pregnancy. If a pregnant woman needs this medicine, her doctor will carefully consider if the benefits outweigh any possible risks to her baby. The same careful consideration is given if a mother is breastfeeding.
Can Vertifar be taken safely while breastfeeding?
We don't know if the medicine Vertifar passes into human breast milk. If you're breastfeeding, talk to your doctor about whether the benefits of breastfeeding outweigh any possible risks to your baby from this medicine. To be safe, it's best to avoid Vertifar while pregnant.
Is Vertifar safe for the elderly?
For older people, there's usually no need to change the amount of medicine they take. We don't have a lot of study data on this, but experience shows it's usually fine. However, be careful if the person has very low blood pressure.
How should I store Vertifar?
Keep the medicine in its original container to keep it dry. It's good for 3 years.
Does Vertifar make people tired or drowsy?
Vertifar generally does not cause drowsiness or fatigue. If you experience these symptoms, consult your healthcare provider.
Does Vertifar cause stomach upset?
Mild gastrointestinal complaints like nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain may occur in some patients. Taking the medicine with food often resolves these issues.
Does Vertifar affect sleep?
High doses of Vertifar can make you sleepy. If you have trouble sleeping while taking this medicine, talk to your doctor.
Does Vertifar make it hard to think or concentrate?
No, Vertifar is not known to impair cognitive function.
Does Vertifar affect mood?
Vertifar does not typically cause mood changes. If mood-related symptoms occur, consult a healthcare provider.
Does Vertifar interfere with sexual function?
Sexual dysfunction has not been reported as a side effect of Vertifar.
Does Vertifar affect appetite?
Changes in appetite are not commonly associated with Vertifar use.
Does Vertifar cause weight gain?
Weight changes are not a known side effect of Vertifar.
Does Vertifar cause headaches?
Vertifar can sometimes cause headaches in a small number of people. If you get a headache while taking it, keep taking the medicine but watch the headache. If it gets worse or is really bad, see your doctor.
Does Vertifar limit driving?
Studies show that Vertifar doesn't seem to affect driving. However, if you have trouble driving while taking it, stop taking the medicine and see your doctor.
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking Vertifar?
A study showed that the medicine Vertifar might react badly with alcohol. It's best to be careful and avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine. We don't know exactly what happens if you drink a little alcohol, but it's safer not to risk it.
Is it safe to drink coffee or tea while taking Vertifar?
Yes, consuming caffeinated beverages like coffee or tea does not interfere with Vertifar's safety or effectiveness.
Is it safe to exercise while taking Vertifar?
Exercise is generally safe but should be avoided during active vertigo episodes to prevent injury.
What are Vertifar possible harms and risks?
Vertifar's most common side effects are upset stomach (nausea and indigestion) and headaches. Less often, people get other stomach problems like vomiting, pain, bloating, or skin reactions like rash or itching. Rarely, but seriously, it can cause low blood platelets or severe allergic reactions. Taking too much can lead to worse stomach problems, dizziness, seizures, and even heart or lung issues, especially if mixed with other medicines.
Available in 2 variations
Vertifar 8mg Tablet
Vertifar 8mg Tablet
Betahistine (8mg)
strip of 10 tablets
Vertifar 16mg Tablet
Vertifar 16mg Tablet
Betahistine (16mg)
strip of 10 tablets
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