Betasec 24mg side effects

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Betasec medicine 24mg containing Betahistine dihydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of vestibular vertigo, Meniere's syndrome, tinnitus, headache, hearing loss... However, Betasec 24mg drug may cause some side effects. side effects, so before using the drug, the patient should carefully read the instructions and consult the doctor.

1. Mechanism of action of Betasec 24mg


Currently, the mechanism of action of Betahistine is not fully understood. But in in vitro studies, Betahistine facilitates histamine transmission due to its partial agonist effects on H receptors and antagonistic effects on H receptors.
After taking Betaserc 24mg, the active ingredient in the drug rapidly and completely absorbed. Betahistine is excreted in the urine as metabolites including 2-pyridyl acetic acid. The elimination half-life of Betasec 24mg is approximately 3 and a half hours and is almost complete after 24 hours.
2. Indications and contraindications to using Betasec 24mg drug Betasec 24mg drug use is to treat Merein syndrome with manifestations of dizziness, tinnitus, vomiting, headache and sometimes may be accompanied by loss of appetite. Hearing. Betasec 24mg is also indicated in the symptomatic treatment of vertigo with vestibular etiology. However, Betasec 24mg is contraindicated in cases of peptic ulcer disease or adrenal myeloma, who are hypersensitive to the components of the drug.
3. Dosage and how to use Betasec 24mg drug Betasec 24mg drug is used with the strength from 1 to 2 tablets of 8mg, the frequency of 3 times a day. For 16mg tablets, use 1⁄2 tablets once with a frequency of 3 times a day, but if using a 24mg tablet, use it with a frequency of 2 times a day.
Betasec 24mg should be taken with food and the treatment period can last from 2 to 3 months.
In the case of children and adolescents, Betasec 24mg should not be used because there is still a lack of data on the safety and effectiveness of using the drug for these subjects.
For the elderly, it is advisable to be cautious and carefully consider when using the drug because there is not enough evidence of effectiveness as well as possible side effects for this subject.
With medical conditions such as kidney failure or liver failure, it is also necessary to consider when using Betasec 24mg.
The dosage indicated above is for reference only. For each specific case that needs to be treated with Betasec 24mg, you should consult your treating doctor.
In case the patient accidentally takes an overdose of Betasec 24mg than prescribed and shows some signs of unwanted side effects, it is necessary to take the patient to the nearest medical facility for emergency treatment. timely medical support, helping patients overcome dangerous situations.
If the patient forgets a dose of Betasec 24mg, it can be used as soon as he remembers. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Betasec 24mg and the next dose is close, the patient can skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Patients should not double the dose of Betasec 24mg because it can cause drug overdose, affecting current health.

4. Some unwanted side effects and notes when using Betasec 24mg


Betasec drug 24mg can cause some unwanted side effects for users such as vomiting, indigestion, headache. There are even some cases that may appear allergic, mild stomach pain. Although the drug can be well tolerated and long-term use, if stomach upset occurs, it can be corrected by taking the drug with meals to limit this symptom.
Some notes when using Betasec 24mg drug:
For patients with asthma need to be monitored when using Betasec 24mg because bronchospasm may occur; Betasec drug 24mg is not suitable for treatment if the patient has some signs of benign paroxysmal dizziness or dizziness accompanied by central nervous system disorders; Because the drug Betasec 24mg can cause dizziness for users, those who drive or operate machinery should pay attention to avoid using the drug when performing these tasks; Laboratory studies of Betasec 24mg did not reveal any teratogenic effects. However, pregnant and lactating women should weigh the risks and benefits before using Betasec 24mg. The above is information about the uses, dosage and usage of Betasec 24mg medicine. To use the drug safely and effectively, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy drugs to treat at home because there may be unwanted side effects.

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