Betahistine Tablets

Indicated to mitigate Ménière's disease and formulated to support balance regulation.

Strengths: 8 · 16 · 24mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Serc

Therapeutic class

Antivertigo Agent

Pharmacological class

Histamine Analogue

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to betahistine; phaeochromocytoma

Minor side effects

nausea; dyspepsia; headache

Moderate side effects

abdominal distension; skin reactions

Serious side effects

anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

BGP Products

Onset Time

1–2 weeks

Duration

6–8 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C, away from light and humidity.

Drug interactions

antihistamines

Age restrictions

Not recommended for children.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use should be avoided. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

Precautions and warnings

monitor patients with asthma; use with care in patients with history of peptic ulcer during pregnancy

Patient summary

Indicated to mitigate Ménière's disease and formulated to support balance regulation.

Mechanism of action

Betahistine acts as a partial histamine H1-receptor agonist and H3-receptor antagonist in the central and autonomic nervous systems, improving microcirculation in the inner ear.

Betahistine Tablets

Indicated to mitigate Ménière’s disease and formulated to support balance regulation.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Betahistine
  • Listed indication(s): Meniere’s Disease, Vertigo, Tinnitus, Hearing Loss

Usually available as

  • 90 tablets - 8 mg1260-8-mg-15046
  • 90 tablets - 16 mg1260-16-mg-15041
  • 60 tablets - 24 mg1260-24-mg-15050