<b style="color:red;font-size: 18px;">A valid prescription needed upon order collection</b><br/><p><b>Betahistine dihydrochloride 16 mg Tablets&nbsp;&nbsp;</b></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>What Betahistine dihydrochloride is used for:</b></p><ul><li>Betahistine dihydrochloride is a medicine that is used for the treatment of Meniere’s disease</li><li> which is manifested by three different signs; vertigo (dizziness linked with vomiting or nausea),</li><li> tinnitus (hearing sounds in the absence of external sounds e.g. ear ringing) and hearing loss or reduced hearing ability.</li><li> It is also used for the relief of vestibular vertigo symptoms (vertigo even when you are not moving).&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b>Do not take Betahistine dihydrochloride:</b></p><ul><li>If you are allergic to Betahistine dihydrochloride, or any of the ingredients in this medicine.</li><li> Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.</li></ul><p><b>Warnings &amp; Precautions:</b></p><ul><li>Stop the medication right away and talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you develop allergic reactions such as shortness of breath,</li><li> skin rash, swelling of the face or neck, decreased blood pressure and dizziness.&nbsp;</li><li>Talk to your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse or are not improving after a few weeks have passed.&nbsp;</li><li>Talk to your doctor before starting this medicine if you have bronchial asthma (respiratory disease causing respiratory problems like shortness of breath and wheezing) </li><li>or if you have previously had a stomach ulcer (sore).</li><li> Your doctor will be closely monitoring you if you have bronchial asthma or a history of stomach ulcer.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Do not repeat the same prescription without consulting your doctor first.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b>Possible Side Effects:</b></p><ul><li>Common side effects include indigestion, nausea and headache.</li><li> Other side effects (unknown frequency) include allergic reactions (e.g. swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing),</li><li> gastrointestinal side effects (e.g. abdominal pain, abdominal distention, bloating and vomiting) </li><li>Allergic reactions of the skin or tissues under the skin (e.g. hives; itchiness; rash; sudden neck, face or limbs swelling).&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b>Other medicines and Betahistine dihydrochloride:</b></p><ul><li>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medications including prescription medicines,over the counter medicines, herbals, vitamins and supplements.</li><li> Tell your doctor before starting this medicine if you are taking antihistamines (used mainly for allergies, nausea and to help you sleep).&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b>How to take Betahistine dihydrochloride:</b></p><p><b>Adults and elderly&nbsp;</b></p><ul><li>Recommended total daily dose is 24 – 48 mg divided into multiple doses to be given throughout the day at equal intervals.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>If you are using 8 mg Betahistine dihydrochloride: take 1 -2 tablets orally three times daily.&nbsp;</li><li>If you are using 16 mg Betahistine dihydrochloride: take ½ - 1 tablet orally three times daily.&nbsp;</li><li>If you are using 24 mg Betahistine dihydrochloride: total daily dose is 48 mg divided over the day. </li><li>Your doctor will be recommending an adjusted dosage regimen if needed depending on how you respond to the medicine.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b>Children (under the age of 18 years)</b></p><ul><li>Use of this medicine is not recommended in children due to lack of efficacy and safety evidence.</li><li>Take medication exactly as recommended by your doctor.</li><li> Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.</li><li>It may take 2 weeks for your symptoms to start improving.</li><li> It may also take a few months for optimal relief. </li><li>The treatment is more likely to prevent disease progression and hearing loss that may result later on when treatment is initiated at the onset of the disease.&nbsp;</li><li>No dosage adjustments of this medicine are required if you have liver or kidney problems.&nbsp;</li><li>You may take your medicine during meals or decrease the dose if you experience gastrointestinal side effects (e.g. abdominal discomfort, bloating, nausea or indigestion).</li></ul><p><b>How to store Betahistine dihydrochloride:</b></p><ul><li>Keep out of the reach of children and pets</li><li>Store medication at room temperature (below 30 °C)</li><li>Do not use beyond the expiry date mentioned on the box&nbsp;</li><li>Keep medication in its original pack to protect it from moisture and light</li><li>Do not use damaged tablets</li><li>Do not dispose medication in the wastewater or household waste&nbsp;</li></ul><div><br></div>#html-body [data-pb-style="6201FDBB608D6"]{justify-content: flex-start; 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