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Merislon 6 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Other than this, Merislon 6 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Merislon 6 Mg Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Merislon 6 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Indigestion. While these are the most often observed Merislon 6 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Merislon 6 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Merislon 6 Mg Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Merislon 6 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merislon 6 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Merislon 6 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Merislon 6 Mg Tablet in conditions like Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Merislon 6 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Merislon 6 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Merislon 6 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Merislon 6 Mg Tablet 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 Merislon 6 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Merislon will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Merislon 6 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Merislon for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Merislon 6 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Merislon. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Merislon 6 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Merislon has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Merislon 6 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Merislon. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merislon 6 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merislon 6 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Merislon 6 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Merislon 6 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Merislon 6 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Merislon 6 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Merislon 6 Mg Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Merislon 6 Mg Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merislon 6 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Merislon 6 Mg Tablet with alcohol.
Discontinuation of Merislon on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Merislon 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.
Rarely, Merislon causes drowsiness. However, If you experience drowsy after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
No, Merislon should not be taken with an antihistamine. It reduces the effects of antihistamine theoretically and also not work properly if taken together.
Merislon can be taken orally or given by IM (Intramuscular). An oral form such tablet are taken 2 - 3 times daily preferably with a meal to avoid stomach upset. Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
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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)
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