Winvert 16 Tablet

Composition of Winvert 16 Tablet

Winvert 16 Tablet contains Betahistine dihydrochloride 16 mg (per tablet). It belongs to the Histamine analogue (H1 agonist/H3 antagonist) class of medicines.

Uses of Winvert 16 Tablet

• Treatment of Ménière’s disease and vestibular vertigo; helps reduce episodes of dizziness/vertigo
• tinnitus (ringing in ears)
• nausea/vomiting and hearing fluctuation associated with inner-ear disorders.

Key benefits

• Reduces vertigo attacks
• Decreases nausea and vomiting associated with vertigo
• Helps relieve tinnitus
• Improves balance and inner-ear circulation

How Winvert 16 Tablet works

Betahistine is a histamine analogue (H1 agonist and H3 antagonist) that improves microcirculation in the inner ear. It reduces endolymphatic pressure and enhances vestibular compensation, thereby decreasing vertigo symptoms.

How to take Winvert 16 Tablet

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed by the doctor, preferably with food to reduce gastric irritation. Commonly taken in divided doses (e.g., 1 tablet 2–3 times daily); do not exceed the prescribed dose and continue regularly for best effect.

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 Winvert 16 Tablet

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

• Headache
• nausea
• indigestion/dyspepsia
• stomach pain
• bloating
• vomiting
• rash
• itching

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 Winvert 16 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with bronchial asthma, peptic ulcer disease/history of ulcers, or severe hypotension. Stop and seek medical help if allergic reactions (swelling, rash, breathing difficulty) occur. Not recommended for children unless prescribed. If vertigo persists/worsens or is associated with severe headache, weakness, speech/vision changes, seek urgent medical evaluation.

Do not take Winvert if

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

Interactions with other medicines

Antihistamines (may reduce effect of betahistine), MAO inhibitors including selegiline/rasagiline (may increase betahistine levels), alcohol (may worsen dizziness)

How to store Winvert 16 Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from moisture and direct light. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Winvert 16 Tablet

Take it at the same time each day and do not miss doses. Keep your review appointments so the dose can be adjusted.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MEDOWIN INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Anti-vertigo

Drug class:

Histamine analogue (H1 agonist/H3 antagonist)