What is betahistine used to treat?
Betahistine is a histamine analogue medicine that is used to treat symptoms of Ménière’s syndrome such as dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), loss of hearing and nausea. This medicine works by improving blood flow in the inner ear. This lowers the build up of pressure.
What does betahistine do to the brain?
Betahistine enters the CNS and improves histaminergic neurotransmission (12). Although several studies have reported subsequent improvements in cognitive function (12–16), they have shown conflicting findings on the effects of betahistine on cognition.
How long can you stay on betahistine?
Your doctor may advise you to try betahistine for 6 to 12 months to see if it helps to reduce your symptoms. If it does, it can then be continued.
How many betahistine can I take in a day?
Taking Betahistine with food can help reduce stomach problems. Always follow your doctor’s instructions because your doctor might adjust your dose. The recommended dose is: Adults The recommended dose is 24 mg to 48 mg per day.
Does betahistine stop dizziness?
Several clinical trials have demonstrated that betahistine is effective in reducing the frequency and severity of vertigo, and improving vertigo-associated symptoms, including nausea and vomiting [7,9–15].
Does betahistine affect blood pressure?
Increases in vestibular blood flow and decreases in blood pressure were observed in response to betahistine infusions.
Does betahistine raise blood pressure?
This medicine works by improving blood flow in the inner ear. This lowers the build up of pressure.
Can betahistine raise blood pressure?
What drugs should not be taken with betahistine?
There may be an interaction between betahistine and any of the following:
- antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine, cetirizine, chlorpheniramine)
- beta-2 agonists (e.g., salbutamol, salmeterol, fenoterol, formoterol)
- monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs; e.g., moclobemide, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine)