Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD

An anti-vertigo drug, Vertistar 16 MG Tablet is used for the treatment of vertigo associated with the Meniere’s disease (disorder of your inner ear). 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. It is available in the tablet form, to be taken orally.

The dosage of Vertistar 16 MG Tablet 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.

Listed below are certain precautions that you need to keep in mind before taking Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD:

• The medicine may worsen the symptoms of breathing problems; hence talk to your doctor if you have asthma.
• A liver disease may result in the building up of medication in the body, causing more side effects.
• Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD may lead to an increase in the symptoms associated with stomach ulcer. You must have a detailed discussion with your doctor regarding the effect the medicine can have on you if you have stomach ulcer and whether you would require any special monitoring
• It is advisable not to use this medicine if you are pregnant.

The possible mild side effects of Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD 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

• 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 effect of Vertistar 16 MG Tablet lasts for an average duration of 16 to 17 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  There is not sufficient information available for understanding the timing of the peak effect of this medicine in the body.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Vertistar 16 MG Tablet should not be consumed during pregnancy unless necessary. Consulting a doctor is mandatory to discuss the benefits and risks before taking the medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  Habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medicine is suggested to be ignored by breastfeeding mothers as there is a possibility of side-effects on infant. You should consult your doctor to evaluate the potential benefits and risks before taking the medicine.

• 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?

  It is advised not to drive after taking this medicine as it increases the chances of dizziness and affects the patient's consciousness.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Much information is not available about the effect on the function of kidney due to the consumption of Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD 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 Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD. Any injury in the liver will lead to accumulation of the drug in the body.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If its almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Vertistar 16 MG Tablet 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 Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD increases the risk of side effects like dizziness.

• Interaction with Medicine

  The patient is advised to inform the doctor about any drug or vitamin, he is currently using. The use of other drugs may change the effect of the Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD 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 Disease

  Pheochromocytoma

  Patients suffering from Pheochromocytoma are advised not to take Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD. In case of necessity the patient must inform the doctor about the presence of the above mentioned disease.

• Interaction with Food

  When it is taken while the food is present in the body, the process of absorption of Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD slows down.

• Ques : What is Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD ?

  Ans : Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD is a medication which has Betahistine as an active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by mimicking histamine to improve the blood flow in the inner ear and thus decreases pressure.

• Ques : What are the uses of Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD?

  Ans : Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Vertigo, Dizzy head, and Meniere disease. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions like Dizzy, Nausea, Lightheadedness, and Hearing loss.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD?

  Ans : Side effects include Nausea, Headache, Indigestion, Bloating, Skin rash, Trouble sleeping, Fast heartbeat, Difficulty in breathing.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD?

  Ans : Store Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : Vertistar 16 MG Tablet is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD?

  Ans : Vertistar 16 MG Tab should not be used if you have the conditions such as Galactose intolerance, Hypersensitivity, Lapp lactase deficiency, Pheochromocytoma, etc.

• Ques : Is Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : Vertistar 16 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

• Ques : Will Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Vertistar 16 MG Tab can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Headache, Nausea, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Diarrhea, etc. If you are observing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

• Ques : Does Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD 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 Vertistar 16 MG Tablet MD affect my blood pressure?

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

• 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.