Verbeta-16/Verbeta-24

Verbeta-16/Verbeta-24

betahistine

Manufacturer:

Mankind Pharma

Distributor:

Torrent
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Betahistine HCl
Indications/Uses
Reduction of symptoms of vertigo, tinnitus & hearing loss associated w/ Meniere's disease.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult (including elderly) Initial dose: 16 mg tid. Maintenance dose: 24-48 mg daily.
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Contraindications
Special Precautions
Caution in patients w/ history of peptic ulcer; w/ asthma. Women of childbearing age. Pregnancy & lactation. Not recommended in childn <18 yr. 24-mg: Contains aspartame & may be harmful for people w/ phenylketonuria.
Adverse Reactions
Skin rashes of various types, urticaria, & itching. Gastric upset, nausea, & headache.
Drug Interactions
Inhibited metabolism w/ MAOIs including monoamine oxidase subtype B eg, selegiline. Antagonism w/ antihistamines may be theoretically expected. β2-agonists effects may be decreased. Reports of potentiation w/ salbutamol, & interaction w/ ethanol & maloprim.
MIMS Class
Antivertigo Drugs
ATC Classification
N07CA01 - betahistine ; Belongs to the class of antivertigo preparations.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Verbeta-16 tab 16 mg
Packing/Price
100's (P3,200/box)
Form
Verbeta-24 dispersible tab 24 mg
Packing/Price
100's (P4,950/box)