The most common complaints a therapist hears are dizziness. This symptom may indicate some kind of disease, and in some cases it manifests itself only occasionally, due to the influence of various factors. But regardless of the reason, people are interested in what kind of cure for dizziness can be taken in order to feel relief.
About dizziness
The vestibular apparatus, as well as the visual and muscle analyzer, are responsible for the balance of the body. The received signals enter the brain, and a response follows. But the transmission of these impulses can be disrupted for various reasons, which makes dizziness occur. As a result, a person has a feeling of instability, “flies” of black or white color fly before his eyes, objects seem to float, and the earth leaves somewhere. In medical circles, this phenomenon is called vertigo. Against this background, a feeling of nausea and weakness is not ruled out.
Drugs needed during vertigo attacks
In order to suppress these symptoms, each person should have a suitable cure for dizziness. Such drugs should affect the vestibular system. In a healthy person, the operation of this apparatus depends on the histaminergic system, which is why drugs should be similar in structure to histamine.
The drugs of the three groups that are described below are able to cope with this task.
Histamine substitute
Betaserk. At the heart of this medication is betahistine hydrochloride, therefore it is relevant for changes in the vestibular system. Betaserk is an artificial substitute for histamine, therefore it is able to relieve dizziness and its accompanying symptoms. But the drug may have side effects, so you must familiarize yourself with them before use. "Betaserc" does not affect blood pressure in any way, nor does it release toxins into the body. These characteristics allow you to relieve dizziness in the elderly. Analogous medicines: Betagistin, Vestibo, Betaver.
Drugs that stimulate cerebral circulation
Dizziness can be the result of vascular changes, such as atherosclerotic processes, vertebro-basilar insufficiency, and much more. In these cases, it is important to use drugs for better microcirculation and relieve vasospasm.
Vinpocetine is one such drug. It dilates blood vessels, thereby improving blood supply to the brain. It also allows cells to receive more oxygen, has a complex effect on the whole body. The drug can be used by the elderly. Patients suffering from arrhythmia and angina pector should carefully take this medication for dizziness. In older people, this medication, if the dosage is not observed, can provoke sharp jumps in blood pressure.
Cavinton is an analogue of this drug.
Antihistamines
These include Promethazine, Meklosin (Bonin). These drugs have an antihistamine effect and cope with dizziness. With such therapy, nausea and vomiting pass, the symptoms of motion sickness are relieved. But for children under 12 years of age, such drugs are not prescribed. Pregnant women should take Bonin with caution. Dosage depends on the diagnosis.
Cinnarizine
This medicine for dizziness reduces the excitability of the vestibular apparatus, has a vasodilating effect, has a weak antihistamine effect. The drug can be given to children. He is in a number of inexpensive medicines. Of course, there are other drugs that solve the problem of dizziness, but mainly in order to start taking them, it is necessary to establish the cause of the pathologies that have arisen.
The cause of dizziness with osteochondrosis
If a person suffers from cervical osteochondrosis, he may experience dizziness attacks, which are sometimes accompanied by nausea. Sensations may increase if the patient abruptly changes position or turns his head to the side. If osteochondrosis progresses, this can cause intervertebral hernias over time, which will compress certain arteries. Ultimately, the bone channels and brain will be deprived of proper nutrition. The result is obvious - dizziness and nausea appear. If the compression is excessive, a throbbing headache begins. If these signs are familiar to you, do not pull even further, it is better to go to the hospital for medical help.
Since blood flow is insufficient, the vestibular apparatus fails. So, while traveling, dizziness may also occur. With cervical osteochondrosis, the medicine should be selected by the doctor.
Treatment
Each patient should understand that it is not enough just to relieve painful and unpleasant symptoms, such as nausea and dizziness. The problem requires an integrated approach. This includes a diet for osteochondrosis, special gymnastics and taking medications aimed at restoring, maintaining and improving health.
Also, the patient himself must change something in his life. For example, you can not be in the sun for a long time and in a stuffy room, you need to constantly monitor the position of the body. All movements should be smooth and calm.
Medications for osteochondrosis from vertigo
The recovery process is long, so at the time of attacks you can take a medicine for dizziness. With osteochondrosis, the following medications are usually prescribed:
- Sibazon;
- Betaserk
- Cinnarizine
- "Vestibo."
If you are again attacked by attacks, then it's time to use anti-inflammatory drugs (non-steroidal). But they can be taken only after the doctor has accurately established the diagnosis. If you take your health seriously, you can prevent an ischemic stroke.
It is important to note that with osteochondrosis, it is better to abandon preparations containing aspirin, since this component can cause seizures.
Folk methods
Many people trust their health only with herbs and folk recipes. And not in vain, because such drugs with skillful use can not only temporarily relieve symptoms, but also cure the disease. Below are some herbal recipes.
This medicine for dizziness is made from dried nettle grass. A tablespoon of raw materials is immersed in boiling water (150 ml) and infused for four hours. The container covered with a lid is best wrapped in a blanket at this time. The infusion is well filtered and diluted with apple juice 1: 1. It is better if it is squeezed juice with your own hands, and not from the store. Before eating, you need to take 50 ml of this potion in 15 minutes, preferably three times a day. It is recommended to keep the medicine in the refrigerator. The course of such therapy lasts about two weeks, after which dizziness passes for a long time.
Another cure for dizziness is suitable for the elderly. It is relevant if you have frequent and severe dizziness. Prepare 100 g mint, 75 g linden flowers and 50 g finely chopped white peony root. These plants mix well. From the finished composition you need to measure two tablespoons and put in a thermos. Next, boil water and pour two glasses of cooked plants. We tighten the valve tightly and leave it overnight. In the morning, the potion is filtered and drunk in one day in 4 divided doses. Drinking the infusion is recommended 30 minutes before a meal.
After a stroke, people have to live with dizziness. To get rid of them, you can try the following tool. We measure on a tablespoon of dogrose, hawthorn, motherwort grass, meadowsweet meadowsweet (flowers). These components are mixed and infused for a day in a liter of boiling water. The drink is taken in a glass three times a day, preferably half an hour before meals. The treatment should take three months. But watch carefully that each component is suitable for your state of health. It can be noted that meadowsweet helps to improve blood supply to the brain.