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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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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?
Breastfeeding women can take Verna as it bears very minor side effects for them.
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?
Verna is rarely harmful for the liver.
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?
No, there is no any evidence that Verna is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Verna. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Verna is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Verna is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Verna
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Verna together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Verna
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Verna and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Verna does not cause weight gain. However, If you experience your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform the doctor to prevent unwanted weight gain.
Yes, Verna can be taken with paracetamol. There are no known interactions reported between them if taken together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please inform your doctor if you experience any uncomplicated sign and symptoms after consuming this drug.
No, Verna should not be taken with an antihistamine. It reduces the effects of antihistamine theoretically and also not work properly if taken together.
Yes, Verna can be taken with amitriptyline. Verna has not clinically evaluated when taken with amitriptyline. Hence there are no reported drug interactions are found between them.
Verna is an analogue of histamine. It causes vasodilation and helps to improve blood flow in the ear and brain (stem cell). Thereby it prevents the frequency of episodes of vertigo in a patient with Meniere`s syndrome.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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