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Bhist is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Secondary and off-label uses of Bhist have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Bhist is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Bhist include Headache, Indigestion. Some other side effects of Bhist have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Bhist 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.
In addition, Bhist's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bhist related warnings talks about Bhist's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bhist is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Bhist are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Bhist with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Bhist is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Bhist 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 Bhist safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Bhist in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Bhist safe during breastfeeding?
Bhist has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bhist on the Kidneys?
Bhist 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 Bhist on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Bhist on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Bhist on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Bhist. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Bhist 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 Bhist unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bhist habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Bhist has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Bhist you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Bhist should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bhist is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bhist
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Bhist together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bhist
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Bhist with alcohol will be.
Yes, Bhist 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.
Yes, Bhist 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.
Occasionally, Bhist causes constipation. Constipation means three or fewer bowl in a week, in this case, stool become hard and dry and sometimes it is painful to pass. If you experience severe constipation after consuming this medicine, eat more fruit, vegetable, and grain which are higher in fibers. Also, drink plenty of water and take a laxative if necessary.
Yes, Bhist 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.
Bhist is a brand name for betahistine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antivertigo or betahistine analogue. It is available in a different dosage form such tablet, injection. It is commonly prescribed for balance disorders or prevents vertigo symptoms associated with Meniere's disease. It is also used to treat ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and hearing loss or hearing difficulty.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 163
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Apo-betahistine(betahistine dihydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Serc® (betahistine dihyrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Setear (betahistine)