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Govert, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Govert also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Govert is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Govert are Headache, Indigestion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Govert as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Govert normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Govert's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Govert related warnings talks about Govert's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Govert is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Govert have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Govert with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Govert, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Govert 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 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 safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Govert on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Govert 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 on the Liver?
Govert is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Govert 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.
Govert 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 Govert unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Govert habit forming or addictive?
Govert 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 can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Govert is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Govert is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Govert
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Govert with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Govert
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Govert 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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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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)