Betahistine Mesilate

Indications

Betahistine Mesilate is used for: Meniere's disease, tinnitus, vertigo, dizziness

Adult Dose

Adults : 1 to 2 tablets three times per day after meals.

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 Mesilate : Rash, pruritus, urticaria, dyspepsia, nausea, peptic ulcer disease, headache, insomnia.

Mechanism of Action

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