Virtigene Tablets

Betahistine Dihydrochloride
8mg
Neobiocon
Pack size 60's (15's Blister x 4)
Dispensing mode POM
Source UAE
AgentALPHAMED DRUG STORE
Retail Price 24.00 AED

Indications

Virtigene Tablets is used for: Meniere's disease, tinnitus and/or progressive loss of hearing, vertigo, dizziness.

Adult Dose

Adult: Initially, 8-16 mg tid. Maintenance: 24-48 mg daily.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Contra Indications

Phaeochromocytoma. Porphyria.

Precautions

Active peptic ulcer, bronchial asthma, pregnancy and lactation.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

May antagonise antihistamines. May decrease bronchodilator effects of beta-2 agonists.

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Betahistine Dihydrochloride : Rash, pruritus, urticaria, dyspepsia, nausea, peptic ulcer disease, headache, dizziness, insomnia.

Mechanism of Action

Betahistine improves the microcirculation in the labyrinth which reduces endolymphatic pressure.

Note

Virtigene 8mg Tablets manufactured by Neobiocon. Its generic name is Betahistine Dihydrochloride. Virtigene is availble in United Arab Emirates. Farmaco UAE drug index information on Virtigene Tablets is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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