Betahistine

Betahistine product description

Betahistine - a remedy for the medical care of vestibular problems. The principle of action of Prifenex (betahistine) has been studied only partially. In fact, Betahistine is an inhibitor of the H3 receptors in the nuclei of the vestibular apparatus. This agent has a pronounced effect on the central nervous system, with the stabilization of the neuronal transmission in the neurons of the vestibular nucleus.

The drug is indicated to treat the illness and Menier's syndrome, which are characterized by three main symptoms: dizziness, which is sometimes accompanied by nausea and vomiting; hearing loss (torture); noise in the ears. And also the drug is used for the symptomatic medical care of vestibular dizziness of various origins.

The usage of the medical remedy can quickly neutralize the symptoms of vestibular vertigo. According to doctors' reviews, with regular use of this medication, the frequency of dizziness decreases, noises in the ears are reduced, and hearing is restored if there are impairments on his part. The medicine has no sedative reaction and does not provoke a variety of violations from the coordination of movements. Has no effect on the endocrine glands.

Betahistine safety information

The medical remedy can adversely influence the ability to drive and work with other mechanisms.

During the medical care with a help of this preparation, it is necessary to monitor accurately the health state of patients with a history of bronchial asthma and/or stomach ulcers and duodenal ulcers.

It is forbidden to consume Betahistine tablets to people with pheochromocytoma because this drug is an analog of histamine, the reception of which is capable of releasing catecholamines and a severe form of hypertension. It is necessary to take Betahistine strictly following his instructions and the doctor's recommendations. Before the usage, you should study the description of the drug Betahistine accurately. Replace of Betahistine is usually possible with differences in cost analogs with a similar therapeutic result and components.

Betahistine side effects

From the part of the gastrointestinal tract: nausea and dyspepsia, minor stomach upset (vomiting, abdominal pain, bloating and flatulence). These side effects usually disappear when you take a preparation with food or after a dose reduction.

From the part of the nervous system: a headache.

From the part of the immune system:hypersensitive responses, such as anaphylaxis.

From the part of the skin and subcutaneous tissue: hypersensitive responses of the skin and subcutaneous fat were observed, especially, angioneurotic edema, rash, itching, and urticaria.