Vertin 16 MG Tablet

Vertin 16 MG Tablet is used for the treatment of vertigo associated with the Meniere’s disease (a disorder of your inner ear). The active constituent of this medicine belong to the class of an anti-vertigo drug. The medicine decreases the pressure in your ears, which is supposedly the reason for the sense of nausea, dizziness and vertigo related to the disease.

The possible mild side effects of Vertin 16 MG Tab are headache, heartburn, indigestion, bloating, nausea or vomiting. These symptoms generally go away in a few days. You can consult your doctor if they are persistent or bothersome. However, it is advisable to check with your doctor as early as possible if you face the following symptoms:

• A sign of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms include swelling of your face and throat, hives or difficulty in breathing
• Itching or rashes
• Pain in the stomach

It is advisable not to use this medicine if you are pregnant. Listed below are certain precautions that you need to keep in mind before taking this medicine:

• It may worsen the symptoms of breathing problems; hence talk to your doctor if you have asthma.
• Liver disease may result in the building up of medication in the body, causing more side effects.
• It may lead to an increase in the symptoms associated with a stomach ulcer. You must have a detailed discussion with your doctor about the effect of this drug.

The dosage of medicine depends on your overall general health, the severity of the condition, and how your body reacts to the first dose. You must follow the instructions of your doctor and complete the course of this medicine. If you miss a dose you can take it later, but do not take two doses at once to make up for a missed dose.

• Meniere's Disease

• Vertigo

• Pheochromocytoma

• Allergy

• Ulcer

• Asthma

• Nausea

• Headache

• Indigestion

• Bloating

• Skin Rash

• Trouble Sleeping

• Fast Heartbeat

• Difficulty In Breathing

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The ingredients of Vertin 16 MG Tab remains active for around 16 to 17 hours in the body.

• What is the onset of action?

  There is not much available information about the onset of the action of Vertin tablet. Though it is found that the presence of food in the body delays the absorption of this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Though it must not be taken by the pregnant women but if the conditions are too severe, one must consult with doctor with the possible pros and cons of it.

• Is it habit forming?

  Tab Vertin 16 is said to be a habit forming drug. Therefore it must be taken with the prior consultation of the doctor as self – medication is more prone to increase the dependency on it.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Though it must not be taken by the breast feeding women but if the conditions are too severe, one must consult with doctor with the possible pros and cons of it.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is advised not to consume alcohol along with the medicine as it increases the chances of dizziness and other side effects.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  If the patient experiences the side effects like dizziness, headache or hypotension, then it is advised not to drive a vehicle.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Much information is not available about the effect on the function of kidney due to the consumption of Vertin 16 MG Tablet but it is advised to drink a lot of water to prevent any gastrointestinal disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Any patient with the history of any liver disease is advised to consult the doctor before taking Tab Vertin 16 MG. Any injury in the liver will lead to accumulation of the drug in the body.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Vertin 16 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Gidihist 16 MG Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Nurohist 16 MG Tablet

  Micro Labs Ltd

• Emvex 16 MG Tablet

  Alembic Ltd

• Govert 16 MG Tablet

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Wometro 500 MG Infusion

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If the patient misses the dose he must take it as soon as it comes to his notice but if the time of the second dose is near it is advised to skip the missed dose. It is advised not to take the scheduled and the missed dose together.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Overdose of Vertin 16 MG Tablet is not recommended. It may worsen the situation or may even result in poisoning. In case of overdose one must immediately go to the doctor without any delay.

The medicine is a histamine analogue. It works as a partial histamine H1 receptor agonist and histamine H3-receptor antagonist, thus reduces the pressure in the inner ear by increasing the blood flow.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol along with medicine increases the risk of side effects like dizziness.

• Interaction with Others

  Pheochromocytoma

  Patient suffering from Pheochromocytoma is advised not to take tablet. In case of necessity the patient must inform the doctor about the presence of the above mentioned disease.

• Interaction with Medicine

  The patient is advised to inform the doctor about any drug or vitamin he is current using. The use of other drug may change the effect of the Vertin 16 MG Tablet and may also increase the risk of side effects. It may interact with the following drugs in an unsafe way: Antihistamines, Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and Beta-2 agonists.

• Interaction with Food

  When it is taken while the food is present in the body, the process of absorption of the medicine slows down.

• Ques : What is Vertin 16 MG Tablet?

  Ans : It belongs to the group of anti-vertigo tablets. It helps in the treatment of diseases like Meniere's in which the person suffers from inner ear disorders, for example vertigo.

• Ques : What does Vertin 16 MG Tab do?

  Ans : Vertin 16 MG medicine is used primarily for the cure of Meniere’s disease. It prevents nausea, dizziness related to vertigo, tinnitus(sound of ringing) and sometimes hearing loss. It helps in the rebalancing of the production and constriction of fluids in the inner ear by increasing the blood supply to vestibular as well as the cochlear parts.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Vertin 16 MG Tablet?

  Ans : It should only be taken after a doctor’s recommendation. The common side effects of Vertin 16 MG Tab include Headache, Indigestion, Skin rash, fast heartbeat, difficulty in breathing and nausea. This is just a comprehensive list of side effects and one should consult his/her doctor if any of this persists.

• Ques : When should I take Vertin 16 MG Tab?

  Ans : It comes in the category of anti-vertigo drugs due to which the dosage of these tablets varies from person to person. It should be taken only if prescribed by your doctor. Its further dosage depends on how your body reacts to the first dosage.

• Ques : How Vertin 16 MG Tablet works?

  Ans : Vertin 16 MG Tab is an anti-vertigo medication that performs its action by increasing the flow of blood in inner ears. It relaxes the vertigo and ear ringing.

• Ques : What should I do when I miss a dose of Vertin 16 MG Tablet?

  Ans : If the patient accidentally misses a dose of tablet, it is advised to continue next doses.

• Ques : How many times a day can I take Vertin 16 MG Tablet?

  Ans : It can be consumed three times a day for good results.

• Ques : Does Vertin 16 MG Tablet cause dizziness?

  Ans : No, it does not cause dizziness. It is used to treat dizziness.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Vertin 16 MG Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Vertin 16 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

• Ques : Does Vertin 16 MG Tablet use tend to increase weight?

  Ans : No, this medication does not cause weight gain. Consult your doctor if you experience weight loss or gain.

• Ques : Can the use of Vertin 16 MG Tablet affect my blood pressure?

  Ans : No, change in blood pressure is not very common with the use of Vertin 16 MG Tablet.

• Ques : Is stress a reason for vertigo?

  Ans : Yes, mental stress can trigger vertigo.

• Ques : What are the causes of vertigo?

  Ans : Vertigo may be caused either by a sudden drop in blood pressure or because of being dehydrated. Many people also feel lightheaded if they get up too quickly from sitting or lying down.

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