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Betavert 16 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Other than this, Betavert 16 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Betavert 16 Tablet 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 Betavert 16 Tablet are Headache, Indigestion. While these are the most often observed Betavert 16 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Betavert 16 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betavert 16 Tablet is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Betavert 16 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Betavert 16 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Betavert 16 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Betavert 16 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betavert 16 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Betavert 16 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Betavert 16 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Betavert for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Betavert 16 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Betavert may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betavert 16 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Betavert. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Betavert 16 Tablet on the Liver?
Betavert has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Betavert 16 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Betavert. 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 Betavert 16 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betavert 16 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Betavert 16 Tablet has not been reported.
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 Betavert 16 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Betavert 16 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Betavert 16 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betavert 16 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Betavert 16 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betavert 16 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Betavert 16 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Betavert 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.
Betavert 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.
Betavert is an analogue of histamine whereas cinnarizine is an antihistamine. Theoretically analogue of histamine counteract with antihistamine hence should not be used together. No clinical trial suggest on the concurrent use of these two medicines together.
Yes, Betavert can be taken with amitriptyline. Betavert has not clinically evaluated when taken with amitriptyline. Hence there are no reported drug interactions are found between them.
Betavert is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to apply or take this drug orally without recommendation.
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