Nuvert Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Betahistine HCl

Indications/Uses

Meniere's syndrome as defined by core symptoms eg, vertigo (w/ nausea/vomiting), hearing loss, tinnitus.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Initially 8-16 mg tid. Max daily dose: 48 mg.

Overdosage

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Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Patients suffering from pheochromocytoma; active peptic ulcer or a history of this condition. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn <18 yr.

Special Precautions

Patients w/ bronchial asthma. Concomitant use w/ antihistamines.

Adverse Reactions

Headache; nausea, dyspepsia.

Drug Interactions

Concomitant use w/ MAOIs including selegiline. Antagonism w/ antihistamines.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Antivertigo Drugs

ATC Classification

N07CA01 - betahistine ; Belongs to the class of antivertigo preparations.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Nuvert tab 16 mg

Packing/Price

100's (P2,300/box, P23/tab)

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