veltec (BETAHISTINE)
What is Veltec?
Veltec helps with dizziness, ringing in the ears, and hearing problems caused by Ménière's disease. It works by changing how the body uses a substance called histamine, which improves blood flow to the inner ear and brain. This helps the brain adjust to the dizziness. Some people get side effects like nausea, indigestion, and headaches.
What is the usual dose of Veltec?
For grown-ups, start by taking a 16mg pill three times a day, ideally with food. Later, your doctor might adjust your dose to be between 24mg and 48mg total per day. This medicine isn't for kids under 18 because there isn't enough information on whether it's safe and effective for them.
How do I take Veltec?
Take 16 milligrams of this medicine three times a day. It's best to take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. You don't have to avoid any particular foods.
For how long do I take Veltec?
Veltec is sometimes taken long-term, with usual daily doses ranging from 24 to 48 milligrams. How long someone takes it depends on their individual needs and their doctor's advice. There's no set time frame.
What is Veltec used for?
Veltec tablets help some people with Ménière's disease. Ménière's disease causes dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and hearing problems. This medicine may lessen these symptoms, but it doesn't cure the disease.
How long does it take for Veltec to start working?
Veltec's active part shows up in the blood quickly, peaking in about an hour. It then leaves the body gradually over a few hours. How quickly you feel its effects isn't stated in the provided information, but the body processes it relatively fast.
Is Veltec effective?
Clinical studies have demonstrated that Veltec effectively reduces the severity and frequency of vertigo episodes in patients with Ménière's syndrome.
How does one know if Veltec is working?
Patients typically experience reduced dizziness, less frequent vertigo attacks, and improvement in hearing and tinnitus symptoms.
How does Veltec work?
Veltec helps with inner ear problems. It seems to work by affecting certain chemicals in the brain and inner ear that control balance and hearing. This improves blood flow to these areas, and helps the brain adjust to inner ear issues. The exact way it does this isn't completely known, but it involves influencing brain signals related to balance.
Who should avoid taking Veltec?
Veltec shouldn't be used by people with a rare tumor called phaeochromocytoma or allergies to it. If you have stomach ulcers, asthma, hives, rashes, hay fever, or very low blood pressure, your doctor needs to be extra careful prescribing it. To avoid stomach problems, take it with food or a lower dose.
Can I take Veltec with vitamins or supplements?
There are no specific interactions with common vitamins or supplements. However, always consult a healthcare provider before combining medications.
Can I take Veltec with other prescription drugs?
Veltec is a medicine, and it doesn't mix well with some other things. Specifically, it's risky to take it with MAO inhibitors (a type of medicine), alcohol, or a combination of pyrimethamine and dapsone (other medicines). It can also become stronger and have more of an effect when taken with salbutamol (another medicine). Tests in a lab show that MAO inhibitors might stop the body from breaking down Veltec properly, which could lead to problems. Basically, you should tell your doctor about *all* the medicines and alcohol you're taking before you start Veltec.
Can Veltec be taken safely while pregnant?
Veltec is a medicine, and doctors don't recommend it for pregnant women. We don't know enough about how it might affect a baby during pregnancy. If a pregnant woman needs this medicine, her doctor will carefully consider if the benefits outweigh any possible risks to her baby. The same careful consideration is given if a mother is breastfeeding.
Can Veltec be taken safely while breastfeeding?
We don't know if the medicine Veltec passes into human breast milk. If you're breastfeeding, talk to your doctor about whether the benefits of breastfeeding outweigh any possible risks to your baby from this medicine. To be safe, it's best to avoid Veltec while pregnant.
Is Veltec safe for the elderly?
For older people, there's usually no need to change the amount of medicine they take. We don't have a lot of study data on this, but experience shows it's usually fine. However, be careful if the person has very low blood pressure.
How should I store Veltec?
Keep the medicine in its original container to keep it dry. It's good for 3 years.
Does Veltec make people tired or drowsy?
Veltec generally does not cause drowsiness or fatigue. If you experience these symptoms, consult your healthcare provider.
Does Veltec cause stomach upset?
Mild gastrointestinal complaints like nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain may occur in some patients. Taking the medicine with food often resolves these issues.
Does Veltec affect sleep?
High doses of Veltec can make you sleepy. If you have trouble sleeping while taking this medicine, talk to your doctor.
Does Veltec make it hard to think or concentrate?
No, Veltec is not known to impair cognitive function.
Does Veltec affect mood?
Veltec does not typically cause mood changes. If mood-related symptoms occur, consult a healthcare provider.
Does Veltec interfere with sexual function?
Sexual dysfunction has not been reported as a side effect of Veltec.
Does Veltec affect appetite?
Changes in appetite are not commonly associated with Veltec use.
Does Veltec cause weight gain?
Weight changes are not a known side effect of Veltec.
Does Veltec cause headaches?
Veltec can sometimes cause headaches in a small number of people. If you get a headache while taking it, keep taking the medicine but watch the headache. If it gets worse or is really bad, see your doctor.
Does Veltec limit driving?
Studies show that Veltec doesn't seem to affect driving. However, if you have trouble driving while taking it, stop taking the medicine and see your doctor.
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking Veltec?
A study showed that the medicine Veltec might react badly with alcohol. It's best to be careful and avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine. We don't know exactly what happens if you drink a little alcohol, but it's safer not to risk it.
Is it safe to drink coffee or tea while taking Veltec?
Yes, consuming caffeinated beverages like coffee or tea does not interfere with Veltec's safety or effectiveness.
Is it safe to exercise while taking Veltec?
Exercise is generally safe but should be avoided during active vertigo episodes to prevent injury.
What are Veltec possible harms and risks?
Veltec's most common side effects are upset stomach (nausea and indigestion) and headaches. Less often, people get other stomach problems like vomiting, pain, bloating, or skin reactions like rash or itching. Rarely, but seriously, it can cause low blood platelets or severe allergic reactions. Taking too much can lead to worse stomach problems, dizziness, seizures, and even heart or lung issues, especially if mixed with other medicines.
Available in 2 variations
Veltec 8mg Tablet
Veltec 8mg Tablet
Betahistine (8mg)
strip of 10 tablets
Veltec 16mg Tablet
Veltec 16mg Tablet
Betahistine (16mg)
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