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Verna is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Other than this, Verna has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Verna 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Verna are Headache, Indigestion. Some other side effects of Verna have been listed ahead. These side effects of Verna are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Verna has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Verna has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Verna related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Verna since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Verna contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Verna with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Verna, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Verna 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 Verna is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Verna safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Verna will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Verna safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Verna on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Verna on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Verna. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Verna on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Verna on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Verna on the Heart?
Verna 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.
Verna 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 Verna unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Verna habit forming or addictive?
Verna does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Verna as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Verna only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Verna cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Verna
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Verna with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Verna
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Verna with alcohol.
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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)
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)