Uses, Side Effects, Price of Vertistar MD 8mg Tablet 10'S:
VERTISTAR contains Betahistine which is a histamine analog medicine that is used to treat symptoms of Meniere’s syndrome such as dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), loss of hearing, and nausea. It works by improving the blood flow in the inner ear. This lowers the buildup of pressure. Meniere’s disease is a condition of the inner ear which causes the attack of dizziness with a spinning sensation (vertigo), hearing loss, and noises in the ear (tinnitus). The attacks can vary in severity and how often they occur.
Always take VERTISTAR as your doctor told you. It may be taken with or without food. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Before taking this medicine, consult your doctor for advice if you have liver, kidney, heart disease, or any other medical condition. The most common side effects are headache, occasional drowsiness, nausea, and indigestion.
USES OF VERTISTAR
- Treats symptoms of Meniere’s disease such as feeling dizzy (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and hearing loss or hearing difficulty
HOW VERTISTAR WORKS:
In addition, betahistine has an antagonistic effect on H3 receptors and increases the levels of neurotransmitters released from the nerve endings. The increased amount of histamine is released from the histaminergic nerve endings stimulates H1 receptors, thus augmenting the direct agonistic effects of betahistine on these receptors.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
Always take this medicine as your doctor told you. Swallow the medicine whole with water. Do not chew the medicine. The starting dose for adults is one to two 8 mg tablets or a half to one 16 mg tablet three times a day. The dose is usually in the range of 24-48 mg daily.
EFFECTS OF VERTISTAR:
- SERIOUS
Allergic reactions such as swelling of your face, lips, tongue or neck. This may cause difficulty breathing
Skin rash inflamed itchy skin
- COMMON
Headache
- Occasional drowsiness
Nausea
- Indigestion
Mild gastric complaints such as vomiting, stomach pain and bloating
Storage :
Store at room temperature between 25 to 30°C.
Caution :
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Keep away from direct sunlight.