Vertirid 25 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Vertirid Information

Vertirid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Motion Sickness. Other than this, Vertirid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Vertirid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 side effects typically associated with Vertirid include Drowsiness, Nausea or vomiting, Weight gain. Some other side effects of Vertirid have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Vertirid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vertirid is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Vertirid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Vertirid are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Vertirid may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vertirid is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Vertirid Benefits & Uses
Vertirid Dosage & How to Take
Vertirid Side Effects
Vertirid Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Vertirid with Other Drugs
Vertirid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vertirid
Vertirid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vertirid Benefits & Uses

Vertirid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Motion Sickness

Other Benefits

Vertirid Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Motion Sickness Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: take dose 2 hour before beginning the journey
Geriatric	Disease: Motion Sickness Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: take dose 2 hour before beginning the journey
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Motion Sickness Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: take dose 2 hour before beginning the journey

Vertirid Related Warnings

Is the use of Vertirid safe for pregnant women?

Vertirid may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Vertirid again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Vertirid safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Vertirid. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vertirid on the Kidneys?

Vertirid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Vertirid on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Vertirid on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Vertirid on the Heart?

Using Vertirid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Vertirid with Other Drugs

Vertirid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Vertirid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vertirid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Vertirid

Is this Vertirid habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Vertirid has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Vertirid can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Vertirid only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Vertirid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Vertirid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vertirid

Taking Vertirid with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vertirid

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Vertirid as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Vertirid

Question about 5 years ago

How does Vertirid work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Vertirid contains cinnarizine. It exerts its anti-emetic effect by binding to and blocking the muscarinic and histamine receptors in the vomiting center of the central nervous system (CNS). This blocks the activation of the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) which prevents as well as reduces nausea and vomiting. It also has calcium channel blocking properties.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Vertirid lower blood pressure?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Vertirid can lower the blood pressure because it has calcium channel blocking properties and muscarinic effects which lowers the blood pressure. Precaution must be taken in hypotensive (low blood pressure) patient while taking medicine. During the treatment with Vertirid, blood pressure must monitored.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Vertirid an antibiotic?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Vertirid is not an antibiotic. It is a piperazine derivative which belongs to the class of drugs known as antihistamine. It is mainly used for vertigo, nausea, and vomiting associated with motion sickness.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Vertirid cause stomach discomfort?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Vertirid may cause stomach discomfort such as pain in the stomach (abdomen). It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive stomach discomfort after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Vertirid safe?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Vertirid is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses like drowsiness, indigestion, and dry mouth.