Betavert is a prescription medicine used for patients with vertigo, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and hearing loss associated with Meniere's disease. It works by reducing the pressure in your inner ear.

Always take Betavert exactly as your doctor has instructed you. Talk to your doctor if you have doubts about this medicine's usage. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Always take the tablet before consuming food. The usual starting dose of Betavert for adults and the elderly is 16 mg thrice daily. After you have received the drug for a while, your doctor may change the dose to between 24 and 48 mg a day. Do not stop taking medicine without speaking to your doctor. Please ask your doctor if you have any questions about this medicine's usage.  

Do not take Betavert if you are allergic to betahistine or other medicine ingredients. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include itching, wheezing, nettle rash, or swelling of the eyelids, mouth, and throat. Avoid taking medicine if you have phaeochromocytoma (high blood pressure due to the adrenal tumour. If you think any of these applies to you, please talk to your doctor first and follow the advice again.

Talk to your doctor before taking Betavert tablets if you:

   — Suffer from asthma

   — Have a stomach ulcer

   — Suffer from conditions relating to lactose, such as galactose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, or Lapp lactase deficiency.

Tell your doctor if you are taking other medicines, including those you obtained without a prescription. Particularly, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medications:

   — Monoamine-oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)- These medicines are used to treat depression or Parkinson's disease

   — Antihistamines are used to treat allergic reactions.

Ask your doctor for advice before taking Betavert tablets if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.  

Discuss with you before taking Betahistine tablets if they affect the ability to drive and use machines. However, be careful; if affected, do not drive or machines.  

Like all medicines, Betavert 16 mg causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some patients may experience allergic reactions such as swelling of the face, tongue, or neck. This may cause trouble breathing. Inflamed, itchy skin and red skin may also occur. Common side effects associated with the use of Betahistine include nausea, headache, and indigestion. Other side effects include hives, rash, itching, vomiting, and bloating. Taking Betavert tablets with a meal can help reduce any stomach problems. If any of these side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not mentioned in this information guide, tell your doctor. If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor.