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Divert 16 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Divert 16 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Divert 16 Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Divert 16 Tablet include Headache, Indigestion. While these are the most often observed Divert 16 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Divert 16 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Divert 16 Tablet has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Divert 16 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Divert 16 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Divert 16 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Divert 16 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Divert 16 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Divert 16 Tablet 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 Divert 16 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Divert during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Divert 16 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Divert may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Divert 16 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Divert. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Divert 16 Tablet on the Liver?
Divert may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Divert 16 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Divert. 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 Divert 16 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Divert 16 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Divert 16 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Divert 16 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Divert 16 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Divert 16 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Divert 16 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Divert 16 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Divert 16 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Divert 16 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Divert can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Divert 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.
Divert 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.
Rarely, Divert causes drowsiness. However, If you experience drowsy after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Divert 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.
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