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Vertimax is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. The alternative uses of Vertimax have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Vertimax depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Vertimax also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vertimax as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Vertimax are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Vertimax's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Vertimax related warnings talks about Vertimax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Vertimax is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Vertimax have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Vertimax may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vertimax is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Vertimax 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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Is the use of Vertimax safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Vertimax during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Vertimax safe during breastfeeding?
Vertimax may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vertimax on the Kidneys?
Vertimax 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 Vertimax on the Liver?
Side effects of Vertimax rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Vertimax on the Heart?
Vertimax may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Vertimax 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 Vertimax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vertimax habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Vertimax has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Vertimax can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Vertimax should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Vertimax is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vertimax
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Vertimax together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vertimax
Information about the interaction of Vertimax and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Vertimax can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Vertimax 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.
Vertimax is an analogue of histamine. It causes vasodilation and helps to improve blood flow in the ear and brain (stem cell). Thereby it prevents the frequency of episodes of vertigo in a patient with Meniere`s syndrome.
Discontinuation of Vertimax on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Vertimax can be taken with amitriptyline. Vertimax has not clinically evaluated when taken with amitriptyline. Hence there are no reported drug interactions are found between them.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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