Description
Tradename:
Betaserc
Compound:
Each tablet contains:
Betahistine dihydrochloride 16 mg
Auxiliary components: microcrystalline cellulose, mannitol, citric acid monohydrate, colloidal silicon dioxide, talc.
Properties:
Synthetic analogue of histamine. It acts like histamine, mainly at histamine H1 receptors. Causes expansion of precapillaries, in particular, facilitates microcirculation in the labyrinth. In addition, betahistine regulates endolymph pressure in the labyrinth and cochlea, which leads to clinical improvement in dizziness of various etiologies. Reduces the frequency and intensity of dizziness, reduces tinnitus, improves hearing in cases of hearing loss. Increases the tone of the smooth muscles of the bronchi and gastrointestinal tract. May cause increased secretion of gastric juice.
Indications:
– Meniere’s syndrome, characterized by the following main symptoms:
– dizziness (accompanied by nausea, vomiting);
– hearing loss (hearing loss);
-noise in ears;
– symptomatic treatment of vestibular dizziness (vertigo).
Directions for use and dosage:
The optimal dosage regimen is determined by the doctor. The compliance of the dosage form of a particular drug with the indications for use and dosage regimen should be strictly observed.
Single dose – 8-16 mg, frequency of administration – 3 times / day. Treatment is carried out for a long time.
Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to betahistine, pheochromocytoma, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum in the acute phase, bronchial asthma, first trimester of pregnancy. With caution: II and III trimesters of pregnancy, breastfeeding period; childhood.
Precautionary measures:
It should be used with caution in patients with a history of gastric or duodenal ulcers, in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, as well as in children.
It must be taken into account that the desired clinical effect is achieved after several months of treatment.
For dyspeptic symptoms, betahistine is recommended to be taken during or after meals.
Side effects:
From the digestive system: mild nausea and a feeling of heaviness in the epigastrium are possible.
Allergic reactions: in some cases – skin rash, itching, urticaria.
Storage method:
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees.
Package:
The cardboard box contains 60 tablets, paper instructions.
