Verzitac Tablet

Composition of Verzitac Tablet

Verzitac Tablet contains Cinnarizine (20mg) + Dimenhydrinate (40mg). It belongs to the Central nervous system agent and Anti-emetic / prokinetic class of medicines.

Uses of Verzitac Tablet

Treatment of Vertigo

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Vertigo Vertigo means a spinning sensation or dizziness that is triggered due to frequent movement. It can happen due to many reasons
• but it may also occur without any underlying disease. Verzitac 20mg/40mg Tablet helps treat this sensation effectively. If you feel dizzy while getting up from bed
• sit for a while and then rise slowly to avoid having an accidental fall. It will be more effective if you take this medicine regularly as prescribe
• d 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 Verzitac Tablet works

Verzitac 20mg/40mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cinnarizine and Dimenhydrinate. Cinnarizine is a calcium channel antagonist which works by preventing constriction of the blood vessels of the inner ear. This improves the microcirculation of the ear. Dimenhydrinate is an antiallergic. It blocks the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) that is responsible for light-headedness in vertigo.

How to take Verzitac 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. Verzitac 20mg/40mg Tablet should be taken with or after 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 Verzitac 20mg/40mg 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. It can cause drowsiness, disorientation and abnormal muscle movements. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Verzitac Tablet

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

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

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 Verzitac 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. Use it for the shortest period that works. These medicines are not intended for long-term daily use. Report any unusual muscle stiffness, tremor, restlessness or uncontrolled movements of the face or limbs at once — stop and contact your doctor. Tell your doctor if you have a heart rhythm problem; some of this group affect the heart's electrical timing. Persistent vomiting needs a diagnosis. Do not keep suppressing it without seeing a doctor, especially with abdominal pain, fever or blood.

Do not take Verzitac if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with bleeding, blockage or perforation of the gut, or with certain heart rhythm disorders.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness. Antifungals, some antibiotics and heart-rhythm medicines increase the risk of rhythm problems when combined. Adds to the drowsiness of alcohol and sedatives.

How to store Verzitac 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 Verzitac Tablet

Verzitac 20mg/40mg Tablet helps relieve symptoms of vertigo such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness or spinning sensation. Take it with food to avoid stomach upset. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness. Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking Verzitac 20mg/40mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

PROPEL HEALTH CARE

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Central nervous system agent and Anti-emetic / prokinetic