Betaserk tablets are an analogue of histamine of synthetic origin, which affects the H1 and H3 receptors located in the inner ear, as well as the vestibular nucleus of the brain. The drug improves blood circulation and lymphatic circulation in the structures of the inner ear and helps to normalize the functioning of the vestibular apparatus. It is used to eliminate dizziness of the vestibular type, improve hearing when it is reduced, etc. Reviews about the Betaserka are abundant.
Structure
At the moment, the medication is made in only one form - tablets for oral administration. The active component in the composition of Betaserka is betahistine, or rather betahistine dihydrochloride, presented in several dosage options - in tablets of 8, 16 and 24 mg. The composition is also supplemented with auxiliary substances: mannitol, talc, microcrystalline cellulose and citric acid monohydrate.
Indications
According to the instructions, Betaserk is prescribed in the following cases:
1. Prevention and treatment of vertigo of the vestibular type, also called vertigo. Pathology can be triggered by diseases such as vestibular neuritis, vertebrobasilar insufficiency, traumatic type encephalopathy, dizziness after neurosurgery, an atherosclerotic process in the vessels of the brain, etc.
2. Meniere's syndrome is also a Betaserka testimony.
3. Diseases that are accompanied by pain in the head, dizziness, hearing loss, nausea and vomiting, and tinnitus.
Indications "Betaserka" must be strictly observed. The drug is widely used in cervical osteochondrosis, provoked by vertebrogenic cervicocranialgia or vertebral artery syndrome, as an adjuvant.
Instructions "Betaserka"
The rules for using the drug are the same for all dosages. Tablets are taken orally with meals, with a little purified water. Chewing, breaking or crushing 8 mg tablets is not recommended, as this is the minimum dosage of the drug. The drug at 16 and 24 mg can be divided in half if a lower dosage is prescribed. For breaking on tablets, a special notch is provided. The drug is taken according to the same therapeutic regimen for all diseases and pathological conditions. The daily dosage may vary from 24 to 48 mg. The daily dosage prescribed by the doctor should be divided into three doses. Tablets are taken after approximately the same intervals.
The course of treatment with Betaserk tablets may vary depending on the speed of improvement of the patient's condition. The doctor may prescribe the drug from two weeks to several months. It is allowed to take the drug for a long period of time. This is considered appropriate, since the components of the drug do not have a pronounced negative effect on internal organs and systems. In addition, Betaserk is not addictive.
The presence of renal or hepatic insufficiency in the anamnesis, as well as old age, are not a reason for adjusting the dosage of the drug in a smaller direction. Clinical studies on this topic have not been conducted, but significant experience with the use of the drug suggests its safety for the elderly and patients suffering from kidney or liver failure.
Adverse reactions
According to reviews of "Betaserk", against the background of taking, a number of undesirable reactions may occur, such as:
1. Nausea and vomiting.
2. Dyspeptic symptoms such as flatulence, belching, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, etc.
3. Soreness in the intestines and stomach.
4. A feeling of heaviness in the stomach.
5. Pain in the head.
6. An allergic reaction, accompanied by urticaria, itching and rashes, anaphylactic and angioedema shock.
Soreness in the abdomen, as well as dyspeptic symptoms, quickly disappear after some time from the beginning of taking Betaserka. If within two weeks of taking these symptoms do not disappear, you should adjust the dosage or start taking the drug directly with food.
Contraindications
The drug "Betaserk" in any dosage is contraindicated if a person has a history of the following diseases and conditions:
1. Hypersensitivity to the components that make up the drug.
2. Pheochromocytoma.
3. Disease of the stomach and duodenum, accompanied by the appearance of ulcers in the period of exacerbation.
4. The period of gestation and breastfeeding.
There are also conditions where the drug is allowed to be taken, but with caution. For example, with a history of bronchial asthma or peptic ulcer. In the presence of these diseases, taking Betaserk is allowed only with regular monitoring of the patient's condition.
Compatibility "Betaserka" with alcohol is of interest to many.
Research on this interaction has not been conducted, so there is no unequivocal answer to this question. Of course, the drug is effective and has a positive effect on the brain, but it is forbidden to use it for the treatment of alcohol dependence. The composition of the product contains 96% ethanol, which can lead to increased patient cravings for alcohol and disruption.
Overdose
At the moment, there were only a few cases of an overdose of the Betaserk drug, when the patient was immediately taking 640 mg of betahistine, which corresponds to 80 tablets in the minimum dosage. If the dosages prescribed by the instructions are excessively exceeded, the following symptoms appear:
1. Nausea and vomiting.
2. Pain in the head.
3. Dizziness.
4. Redness of the skin on the face.
5. Tachycardia.
6. Spasm of the bronchi.
7. Hypotension.
8. Convulsive syndrome.
Such signs of an overdose, such as hypotension, tachycardia and spasm of the bronchi, were recorded with the intentional use of an abnormal number of tablets. At the same time, Betaserk was taken along with other drugs. But even under these conditions, it was possible to save the patient and adapt him to a normal life. The treatment is standard: first, the stomach is washed, then sorbents are taken. Further symptomatic treatment may be given.
Below we consider the analogues and substitutes Betaserka.
Analogs
Any drug has a number of similar drugs, divided into two types - analogues and synonyms (generics). The latter are drugs, which include the same active ingredient as in the original drug. Accordingly, for Betaserc, a drug based on betahistine will be considered a synonym.
By analog is meant a drug with similar therapeutic properties, but with different active components. For Betaserka, those drugs that positively affect the blood circulation in the brain will be considered similar drugs.
Thus, the synonyms of the drug are:
1. Asniton.
2. "Betahistine."
3. The Betaver.
4. "Vasaserc."
5. "Betacentrin".
6. "Vestibo."
7. The Denoise.
8. "Vertran."
9. The Microzero.
10. “Tagista”.
11. The Vestikap.
Analogs of Betaserka are:
1. "Cinnarizine."
2. "Stugeron."
Replacing one drug with another, especially when it comes to analogues, and not synonyms, should be done only by agreement with your doctor. This will help to avoid unwanted reactions to the new drug.
Reviews
Most reviews of Betaserka contain information about the positive effects of the drug on the body. Its high efficiency and speed are emphasized. The drug helps to eliminate dizziness, a sense of swaying from side to side and tinnitus. It helps people who suffer from vascular diseases.
Just a few days after taking Betaserka, symptoms of various diseases of the brain vessels pass. However, to get a lasting and lasting effect, you need to take the drug for at least one month. After undergoing the course of treatment, many say that they are no longer afraid to fall on the street or at home, go to work safely and travel by public transport. Reviews about the Betaserka confirm this.
The drug is often prescribed as a supportive agent for hypertension. It eliminates dizziness, tinnitus and instability when walking, accompanying this disease. Patients confirm that while taking the drug, their condition improved significantly.
disadvantages
In addition to many positive qualities, the reviews contain information about the shortcomings of the drug. First of all, this is the high cost of tablets, making it inaccessible to many segments of the population. In addition, the drug often causes digestive disorders, accompanied by pain in the abdomen. It should be noted that these shortcomings are perceived by people as tolerable and in general are not considered serious disadvantages.
Some patients complain of a complete lack of therapeutic effect when taking the drug, as well as the appearance of allergies. These reviews are few, and they are due to an individual reaction to receiving Betaserka. There are no negative reviews about the use of the drug as part of the complex treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine.
conclusions
Thus, we can conclude that Betaserk is an effective and effective anti-dizziness drug that helps patients return to a normal life, without fear of losing balance and falling on the street or at home. The drug is certainly useful in relation to the restoration of disturbed cerebral circulation for various reasons. It has practically no contraindications and very rarely leads to the development of adverse reactions.