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Be Stedy 16 is a drug commonly indicated in the treatment of vertigo and vestibular symptoms. To learn about the drug, especially how to use and note when using, please refer to the information in the article below.
1. How does Be Stedy 16 work?
Be Stedy is a drug manufactured by Aurobindo Pharma Company, Ltd from India in the form of tablets. The main ingredient of the drug is Betahistine 16mg and other excipients just enough for 1 tablet. With the main active ingredient is Betahistine, Be Stedy 16 has the ability to increase histamine conduction to increase circulation to the cochlea, increase cerebral circulation and blood flow through the internal carotid artery, reduce endolymphatic stasis. Effective in reducing dizziness and lightheadedness.
2. Indications and contraindications
With the above effect, Be Stedy 16 is indicated for use in the following cases:
Support treatment of people with Ménière's syndrome with typical signs such as headache, dizziness, tinnitus, vomiting, sometimes accompanied by hearing loss; Treatment of people with vestibular syndrome who have symptoms of dizziness. In addition, Be Stedy is used in a number of other cases as prescribed by a doctor.
Contraindicated to use in the following cases:
Do not use Be Stedy 16 for patients with a history of hypersensitivity to betahistine; Contraindications Be Stedy for patients with adrenal myeloma ; People who often have stomach ulcers - duodenal ulcers should not take the drug.
3. How to use and dosage of Be Stedy 16
Be Stedy 16 is a drug that is taken orally, patients should use it with meals to achieve the best effect. When taking the drug, you should swallow the tablet whole with cooled boiled water, absolutely do not chew the tablet.
Depending on the condition, the manifestation of the disease and based on other information, the doctor will assign a specific dose of the drug such as:
Starting dose: Use with a dose of 1⁄2 - 1 tablets x 3 times/day. Maintenance dose: Use with a dosage of 1-3 tablets per day, divided into several doses. Patients should use Be Stedy 16 for about 2-3 months to get the desired effect.
4. Side effects of Be Stedy 16
Similar to many other Western medicine drugs, the use of Be Stedy 16 has the risk of causing some of the following side effects:
Digestive disorders with signs like nausea, indigestion, vomiting, bloating , flatulence; Nervous system disorders causing headache, headache; Immune system disorders leading to hypersensitivity reactions such as anaphylaxis; Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders causing angioedema, urticaria, rash and pruritus. When taking the drug, if any of the above side effects or any other abnormality appear, the patient should notify the doctor for timely support.
5. Drug interactions
Currently, there are no reports and documents showing the interaction between Be Stedy 16 with other medicinal products or other functional products. However, to be on the safe side, you should still tell your doctor about any medications you are taking, especially antihistamines (such as Diphenhydramine, Meclizine) or histamine H2 blockers (such as Cimetidine).
6. Some notes and cautions when using Be Stedy 16
Be careful when using Be Stedy 16 for patients with asthma because it can cause bronchospasm; Use caution when using the drug in patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease; Pregnant and lactating women only use Be Stedy 16 when prescribed by a doctor and used in a suitable dose.
7. Responding to missed or overdosed doses
When you miss a dose: If you miss a dose of Be Stedy 16, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is about 1-2 hours before your next dose, skip the missed dose. Overdose: Overdosing can cause nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, ataxia and sometimes convulsions. Therefore, when detecting drug overdose, patients need to seek medical facilities for the best support. Note that when you go, you need to record and bring a list of all medicines used, including prescription and non-prescription drugs. Above is some information related to Be Stedy 16 that readers can refer to. To ensure safety for your health, please follow your doctor's instructions, carefully read the instructions for use of the drug before use.
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