Betaserc 24 mg 50 tablets

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Betahistine dihydrochloride 24 mg tablets

What is betahistine dihydrochloride and what is it used for?

• Betahistine dihydrochloride is a medication used to treat Meniere's disease which manifests itself in three different signs;
• Vertigo (dizziness associated with vomiting or nausea), tinnitus (hearing sounds in the absence of external sounds, such as ringing in the ears), and hearing loss or impaired ability to hear.
• It is also used to relieve symptoms of vestibular vertigo (dizziness even when you are not moving).

Do not take betahistine dihydrochloride:

• If you are allergic to betahistine dihydrochloride or any of the ingredients in this medication, tell your doctor about the allergy and any signs you experience.

Warnings and Precautions:

• Stop taking the medicine immediately and talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, skin rash, swelling of the face or neck, low blood pressure, and dizziness.
• Talk to your doctor if your symptoms get worse or do not improve after a few weeks.
• Talk to your doctor before starting this medicine if you have bronchial asthma (a respiratory disease that causes breathing problems such as shortness of breath and wheezing).
• Or if you have ever had a stomach ulcer. Your doctor will monitor you closely if you have bronchial asthma or a history of stomach ulcers.
• Do not repeat the same prescription without consulting your doctor first.

Possible side effects:

• Common side effects are indigestion, nausea and headache.
• Other side effects (frequency unknown) are allergic reactions (such as swelling of the face or throat and difficulty breathing),
• Gastrointestinal side effects (such as abdominal pain, bloating, and vomiting)
• Allergic reactions of the skin or subcutaneous tissue (such as hives; itching; rash; sudden swelling of the neck, face, or extremities).

Other medicines and betahistine dihydrochloride:

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, herbal products, vitamins, and supplements.
• Tell your doctor before starting this medicine if you are taking antihistamines (used mainly for allergies, nausea, and to help you sleep).

How to take betahistine dihydrochloride:

Adults and the elderly

• The recommended total daily dose is 24 to 48 mg, divided into multiple doses given throughout the day.
• If you are using 8 mg of betahistine dihydrochloride: Take 1-2 tablets by mouth three times daily.
• If you are using 16 mg betahistine dihydrochloride: Take ½ - 1 tablet by mouth three times daily.
• If you are using 24 mg betahistine dihydrochloride: The total daily dose is 48 mg, divided throughout the day. Your doctor will adjust your dosage if necessary based on how you respond to the medication.

Children (under 18 years of age)

• This medicine is not recommended for use in children due to lack of evidence of efficacy and safety.
• Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• It may take two weeks for symptoms to begin to improve. It may also take a few months to achieve optimal relief.
• Treatment is more likely to prevent progression of the disease and possible hearing loss later if you start treatment early in the disease.
• The dosage of this medicine does not need to be adjusted if you have liver or kidney problems.
• You may take the medicine with meals or reduce the dose if you experience gastrointestinal side effects (such as abdominal discomfort, bloating, nausea, or indigestion).

How to store betahistine dihydrochloride:

• Keep this medicine out of reach of children and pets.
• Store the medicine at room temperature (below 30°C).
• Do not use the medicine after the expiry date printed on the carton.
• Keep the medicine in its original package to protect it from moisture and light.
• Do not use damaged medicines.
• Do not dispose of medicines via wastewater or household waste.