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Histigo 24 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Secondary and off-label uses of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet include Headache, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Histigo 24 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Histigo 24 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Histigo 24 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Histigo 24 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Histigo 24 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Histigo 24 Mg 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Histigo for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Histigo has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Histigo. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Histigo may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Histigo. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Histigo 24 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Histigo 24 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Histigo 24 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
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 Histigo 24 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Histigo 24 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Histigo 24 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Histigo 24 Mg Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Histigo 24 Mg Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Histigo 24 Mg Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Histigo 24 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.
Occasionally, Histigo causes constipation. Constipation means three or fewer bowl in a week, in this case, stool become hard and dry and sometimes it is painful to pass. If you experience severe constipation after consuming this medicine, eat more fruit, vegetable, and grain which are higher in fibers. Also, drink plenty of water and take a laxative if necessary.
Yes, Histigo is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea, and headache. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Discontinuation of Histigo on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Histigo 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.
Histigo 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.
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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)