Betahistine Dihydrochloride Tablets

About Betahistine Dihydrochloride Tablets

COMPOSITION:

• Each film coated tablet contains :
• Betahistine Dihydrochloride BP ....... 16 mg
• Excipients ............................................. q.s
• Colour : Red Oxide of Iron & Titanium Dioxide

INDICATION:

Betahistine is indicated for treatment of Menieres syndrome, symptoms of which may include vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss and nausea

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION:

• Dosage
• Adults:
• Initial oral treatment is 8 to 16 mg three times daily, taken preferably with meals.
• Maintenance doses are generally in the range 24 - 48 mg daily. Daily dose should not exceed 48 mg.
• Children and adolescents:
• Betahistine tablets are not recommended for use in children and adolescents below age 18 due to lack of data on safety and efficacy.

SIDE EFFECT:

• Gastrointestinal disorders:
• Very Common: Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea
• Common: nausea & dyspepsia
• Nervous system disorders:
• Common: headache
• Allergic reactions: a red or lumpy skin rash or inflamed itchy skin swelling of your face, lips, tongue or neck
• General disorder and administrative site conditions: asthenia.