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Vertistar 4 Mg 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 Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet include Headache, Indigestion. While these are the most often observed Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Vertistar on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Vertistar may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Vertistar. 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 Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Vertistar rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Vertistar. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vertistar 4 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Vertistar can be used to treat a migraine associated with vertigo. However, it is off-label use of this drug and should be taken only on doctor's advice. Its primary use is to treat vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss associated with Meniere's disease.
Yes, Vertistar 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.
Vertistar is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to apply or take this drug orally without recommendation.
Rarely, Vertistar causes drowsiness. However, If you experience drowsy after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Vertistar can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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