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✅ Product Benefits
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Precise vestibular support for Ménière’s symptoms: Improves inner ear microcirculation and reduces endolymphatic pressure, relieving vertigo, tinnitus, imbalance, and nausea associated with Ménière’s disease. turn0search9turn0search18turn0search11
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Dual histamine receptor action: Functions as an H1 agonist to dilate inner ear capillaries and an H3 antagonist to enhance neurotransmitter turnover, stabilizing vestibular nerve signals. turn0search18turn0search13
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Flexible dosing regimen: Initial dose 8–16 mg three times daily with meals, maintenance dose up to 24–48 mg/day based on response. Maximum recommended dose: 48 mg/day. turn0search1turn0search20
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Well tolerated and affordable: Mild side effects only; generally safe even with long-term use. At just
৳ 5 per tablet (৳ 50 per 10-tablet strip), it’s budget-friendly and widely available in Bangladesh. turn0search16turn0search4
ℹ️ Indications & Dosing Guidelines
| Scenario | Dosing Guidance |
|---|---|
| Acute symptom control | 8–16 mg orally 3× daily with meals (starting dose) |
| Maintenance therapy | 24–48 mg per day in divided doses, not exceeding 48 mg/day |
| Special populations | Not recommended in children (<18 yrs); use cautiously in elderly |
| Duration | Improvement may take several weeks; therapy often continued long-term as needed turn0search1turn0search20 |
⚠️ Safety & Precautions
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Contraindications:
Not to be used in pheochromocytoma (risk of catecholamine release). Avoid if hypersensitive to betahistine. turn0search4turn0search8 -
Warnings:
Use with caution in patients with peptic ulcer disease, bronchial asthma, or acute gastric discomfort conditions. turn0search3turn0search8 -
Common side effects:
Generally mild—may include nausea, headache, gastric upset, rash, and pruritus. Drowsiness or insomnia is infrequent. turn0search3turn0search4 -
Drug interactions:
Theoretical antagonism with antihistamines may reduce efficacy; possible blunting of effects of β₂‑agonist bronchodilators. turn0search3turn0search2 -
Pregnancy & lactation:
Limited human data—animal studies show no teratogenicity, but use only if benefits clearly outweigh risks; avoid while breastfeeding. turn0search3turn0search4 -
Overdose management:
Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, ataxia, seizures; treatment is symptomatic with no specific antidote. Gastric lavage may be used. turn0search3turn0search0
✔️ Quick Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
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| Generic Name | Betahistine Dihydrochloride 16 mg |
| Brand | Veserc 16 mg (UniMed) |
| Indications | Ménière’s disease, vertigo, tinnitus, vestibular disorders |
| Initial Dose | 8–16 mg TID with meals |
| Maintenance Dose | 24–48 mg/day in divided doses |
| Max Dose | 48 mg/day |
| Common ADRs | Nausea, headache, rash, GI discomfort |
| Major Warning | Pheochromocytoma, ulcers, asthma, antihistamines use |
| Price (BD) | ~৳ 5 per tablet; strip of 10 ≈ ৳ 50 |
| Manufacturer | UniMed UniHealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Bangladesh |
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