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Vernil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Meniere's Disease, Vertigo are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Vernil have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Vernil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Vernil are Headache, Indigestion. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vernil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Vernil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vernil is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Vernil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vernil related warnings section.
Vernil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vernil in conditions like Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Vernil have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Vernil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vernil is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Vernil 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 Vernil safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Vernil for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Vernil safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Vernil for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vernil on the Kidneys?
Vernil 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 Vernil on the Liver?
Vernil may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Vernil on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Vernil. 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.
Vernil 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 Vernil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vernil habit forming or addictive?
Vernil does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vernil, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Vernil can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Vernil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Vernil in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Vernil
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Vernil, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vernil
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Vernil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Vernil 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 Vernil on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Vernil 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.
Yes, Vernil can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Vernil is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to apply or take this drug orally without recommendation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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