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Divert is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Divert also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Divert is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Divert include Headache, Indigestion. Some other side effects of Divert have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Divert go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Divert has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Divert related warnings talks about Divert's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Divert is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Divert contraindications section.
Besides this, Divert may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Divert, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Divert 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Divert is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Divert safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Divert on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Divert safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Divert on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Divert on the Kidneys?
Divert 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 Divert on the Liver?
Divert is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Divert on the Heart?
Divert 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.
Divert 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 Divert unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Divert habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Divert is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Divert as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Divert should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Divert cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Divert
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Divert together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Divert
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Divert with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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)
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)
