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Vertipress 8 mg Tablet
Betahistine (8mg)
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Vertipress 8 mg Tablet is used for treatment of Meniere's disease.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Betahistine (8mg)
Available variants: tablet 8 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹61 (₹6.11 per tablet)
MRP: ₹64
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: CIPLA LIMITED
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Composition of Vertipress 8 mg Tablet
Vertipress 8 mg Tablet contains Betahistine (8mg). It belongs to the Central nervous system agent class of medicines.
Uses of Vertipress 8 mg Tablet
Treatment of Meniere's disease
Key benefits
- In Treatment of Meniere's disease Vertipress 8 Tablet improves blood flow to the inner ear which reduces the pressure of excess fluid there. It is this pressure that is thought to cause the symptoms of nausea
- vertigo (dizziness)
- tinnitus (ringing in your ears)
- and hearing loss in people who have Ménière’s disease. This medicine makes the symptoms milder and reduces the number of times you get the symptoms. It will be more effective if you take this medicine regularly as prescribed so try not to miss doses. It may take a couple of weeks before you notice any improvements but keep taking it
- even if you do feel better until your doctor advises it is safe to stop.
How Vertipress 8 mg Tablet works
Vertipress 8 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). Vertipress 8 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 Vertipress 8 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. Vertipress 8 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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
If you miss a dose of Vertipress 8 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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 Vertipress 8 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Vertipress 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 Vertipress 8 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | No information is available on the use of Vertipress 8 Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor. |
| Alcohol | Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor. |
| Driving | Driving SAFE |
| Kidney | Vertipress 8 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vertipress 8 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | There is limited information available on the use of Vertipress 8 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Habit forming | No |
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 Vertipress 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 Vertipress 8 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 Vertipress 8 mg Tablet
You have been prescribed Vertipress 8 Tablet to relieve vertigo (dizziness), hearing problems and tinnitus (noise in the ear) associated with Ménière's disease. It can only decrease the number and severity of attacks but may not completely stop them. Taking it with food can help reduce stomach problems. Take it at the same time each day to maintain a steady amount of the medicine in your body. Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcer, asthma, or low blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor first. You have been prescribed Vertipress 8 Tablet to relieve vertigo (dizziness), hearing problems and tinnitus (noise in the ear) associated with Ménière's disease. It can only decrease the number and severity of attacks but may not completely stop them. Taking it with food can help reduce stomach problems. Take it at the same time each day to maintain a steady amount of the medicine in your body. Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcer, asthma, or low blood pressure. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- NEURO CNS
- Drug class:
- Central nervous system agent
- Chemical class:
- Histamine Analog
Substitutes for Vertipress 8 mg Tablet
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|---|---|---|---|
| Vertiford 8 mg Tablet | 10 | ₹42 | 32% cheaper |
| Idehist-8 mg TabletIDEAL LIFESCIENCES P LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹44 | 29% cheaper |
| Giditab 8 TabletSTATURE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE | tablet · 10`S | ₹44 | 27% cheaper |
| Betine 8 TabletDEE GRADIBUS LIFE CARE (P) LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹56 | 8% cheaper |
| Betatin 8 mg TabletSOLAS HEALTHCARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹64 | 5% more |
| Vertistar-Md 8 TabletMANKIND (PHARMA) | tablet · 10`S | ₹64 | 5% more |
| B Hist 8 mg TabletMAAXMUS LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹71 | 17% more |
| Syndrovert 8 TabletREGENIX DRUGS LIMITED | tablet · 10`S | ₹73 | 20% more |
| Verbet 8 mg TabletAlbert David Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹85 | 40% more |
| Betavert 8 mg TabletSUN PHARMA | tablet · 15` | ₹147 | 141% more |
| Vertin 8 TabletAbbott India Limited | tablet · 15 Tablet | ₹214 | 250% more |
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Vertipress 8 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Vertipress 8 mg Tablet used for?
Vertipress 8 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Meniere's disease. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Vertipress 8 mg Tablet?
Vertipress 8 mg Tablet contains Betahistine (8mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Vertipress 8 mg Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Vertipress 8 mg Tablet work?
Vertipress 8 Tablet is a histamine analog.
Is Vertipress 8 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Vertipress 8 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Vertipress 8 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Vertipress are Headache
Nausea
Dyspepsia. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Vertipress 8 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Unknown. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Vertipress.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Vertipress 8 mg Tablet?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown.
What if I miss a dose of Vertipress 8 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Vertipress 8 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Vertipress 8 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Vertipress 8 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Vertipress 8 mg Tablet?
Vertiford 8 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹42 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Vertipress 8 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Vertipress 8 mg Tablet starts at ₹61 (MRP ₹64) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 8 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Vertipress 8 mg Tablet?
Vertipress 8 mg Tablet is manufactured by CIPLA LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Vertipress 8 mg Tablet delivered?
Vertipress 8 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Vertipress 8 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Betahistine (8mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹61 (₹6.11 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹64
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Manufacturer
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- NEURO CNS
- Drug class
- Central nervous system agent
- Chemical class
- Histamine Analog
- Action class
- Histamine Analogues
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 8 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Vertipress 8 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.