Kcbist: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kcbist Information

Kcbist is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Meniere's Disease, Vertigo are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Kcbist have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Kcbist is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Kcbist include Headache, Indigestion. Some other side effects of Kcbist have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Kcbist are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Kcbist's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Kcbist's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Kcbist can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Kcbist in conditions like Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Kcbist have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Kcbist with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Kcbist Benefits & Uses

Kcbist is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Meniere's Disease

Kcbist 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: Meniere's Disease Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage Range: 8 - 16 mg
Geriatric	Disease: Meniere's Disease Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage Range: 8 - 16 mg

Kcbist Related Warnings

Is the use of Kcbist safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Kcbist during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Kcbist safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Kcbist on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Kcbist on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Kcbist. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Kcbist on the Liver?

Kcbist may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Kcbist on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Kcbist. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Kcbist with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Kcbist Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
High Blood Pressure
Peptic Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Kcbist

Is this Kcbist habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Kcbist has not been reported.

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

After taking Kcbist, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Kcbist can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Kcbist should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Kcbist cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Kcbist Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kcbist

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Kcbist together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Kcbist

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Kcbist.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Kcbist

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Kcbist along with ibuprofen?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kcbist can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Kcbist work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Kcbist 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Kcbist on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Discontinuation of Kcbist on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Kcbist over-the-counter?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, you can not buy Kcbist over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Kcbist?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Kcbist can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration. It starts working within a few days after consuming this drug. However, in some patient, it may take some weeks to work properly. Duration, of course, varies patient to patient.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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