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Govert 8 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. The alternative uses of Govert 8 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Govert 8 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Govert 8 Tablet are Headache, Indigestion. While these are the most often observed Govert 8 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Govert 8 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Govert 8 Tablet is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Govert 8 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Govert 8 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Govert 8 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Govert 8 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Govert 8 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Govert 8 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Govert 8 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Govert for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Govert 8 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Govert on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Govert 8 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Govert may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Govert 8 Tablet on the Liver?
Govert is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Govert 8 Tablet on the Heart?
Govert may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Govert 8 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Govert 8 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Govert 8 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Govert 8 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Govert 8 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Govert 8 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Govert 8 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Govert 8 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Govert 8 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Govert 8 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Govert is a brand name for betahistine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antivertigo or betahistine analogue. It is available in a different dosage form such tablet, injection. It is commonly prescribed for balance disorders or prevents vertigo symptoms associated with Meniere's disease. It is also used to treat ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and hearing loss or hearing difficulty.
Govert can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration. It starts working within a few days after consuming this drug. However, in some patient, it may take some weeks to work properly. Duration, of course, varies patient to patient.
Yes, Govert can be taken with amitriptyline. Govert has not clinically evaluated when taken with amitriptyline. Hence there are no reported drug interactions are found between them.
Govert can be taken orally or given by IM (Intramuscular). An oral form such tablet are taken 2 - 3 times daily preferably with a meal to avoid stomach upset. Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
No, Govert does not treat motion sickness. It is antivertigo medicine used to treat vertigo associated with Meniere's disease. Motion sickness is treated with ondansetron and another anti-nausea drug. It is well tolerated and has no side effects.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 163
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Apo-betahistine(betahistine dihydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Serc® (betahistine dihyrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Setear (betahistine)