Betahist Information
Betahist is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Other than this, Betahist has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Betahist depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Betahist are Headache, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betahist as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Betahist are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betahist is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Betahist related warnings talks about Betahist's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Betahist since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Betahist are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Betahist may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betahist is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Betahist Benefits & Uses
Betahist is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Betahist Dosage & How to Take
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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Betahist Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betahist is used -
Severe
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dyspepsia
- Hypersensitivity
- Bloating or fullness
Moderate
- Allergic reaction
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Common
- Headache
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Betahist Related Warnings
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Is the use of Betahist safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Betahist in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Unknown -
Is the use of Betahist safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Betahist for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
Mild -
What is the effect of Betahist on the Kidneys?
Betahist 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.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Betahist on the Liver?
Betahist is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Betahist on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Betahist. 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.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Betahist with Other Drugs
Betahist should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Betahist Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betahist unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Drug Allergy
- High Blood Pressure
- Peptic Ulcer
Frequently asked Questions about Betahist
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Is this Betahist habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Betahist.
No -
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 Betahist can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Betahist only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Betahist cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Betahist Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Betahist
There is no information on the effects of taking Betahist with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Betahist
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Betahist with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Betahist
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I take Betahist with antihistamine?
Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician
No, Betahist should not be taken with an antihistamine. It reduces the effects of antihistamine theoretically and also not work properly if taken together.
Question about 7 years ago
Can Betahist cause stomach upset?
Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Betahist 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.
Question about 7 years ago
Can I discontinue Betahist on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician
Discontinuation of Betahist on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Betahist increase blood pressure?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
No, Betahist 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.
Question over 6 years ago
Can I use Betahist to treat migraine associated with vertigo?
Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections
Yes, Betahist 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.
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