Histavert 24 mg Tablet

Composition of Histavert 24 mg Tablet

Histavert 24 mg Tablet contains Betahistine (24mg). It belongs to the Central nervous system agent class of medicines.

Uses of Histavert 24 mg Tablet

Histavert 24 mg Tablet is used for vertigo and Meniere's disease. It helps to reduce the episodes of vertigo associated with Meniere's disease.

Key benefits

• Controls symptoms and supports daily function

How Histavert 24 mg Tablet works

Histavert 24 mg Tablet is a histamine analog. It works by improving blood flow in the inner ear which reduces the pressure of excess fluid in the inner ear. Excess fluid can send signals to the brain causing nausea, dizziness or spinning sensations (symptoms of Ménière's disease). Histavert 24 mg Tablet additionally dampens down the nerve signals sent from the inner ear to the brain. This relieves the symptoms of Ménière's disease.

How to take Histavert 24 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Histavert 24 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.<br>Betahistine can cause mild stomach problems. Taking it with food can help to minimize stomach upset.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep drowsiness, confusion and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Histavert 24 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Histavert are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache Nausea Dyspepsia

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Histavert 24 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not stop this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor. This medicine causes drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you. Report any change in mood, sleep or behaviour.

Do not take Histavert if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness.

How to store Histavert 24 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Histavert 24 mg Tablet

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>You have been prescribed Histavert 24 mg Tablet to relieve vertigo (dizziness), hearing problems and tinnitus (noise in the ear) associated with Ménière's disease.</li> <li>It can only decrease the number and severity of attacks but will not completely stop them.</li> <li>Taking it with food can help reduce stomach problems.</li> <li>Take it at the same time each day to maintain a steady amount of the medicine in your body.</li> <li>Inform your doctor if you have a history of peptic ulcer, asthma, or low blood pressure.</li> <li>Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor first.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

PULSE PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Neurological and psychiatric agent

Drug class:

Central nervous system agent