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Vertistar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. The alternative uses of Vertistar have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vertistar. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Vertistar include Headache, Indigestion. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vertistar can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vertistar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vertistar is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Vertistar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vertistar related warnings section.
Vertistar is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vertistar contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Vertistar with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vertistar is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Vertistar 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 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 safe during breastfeeding?
Vertistar may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vertistar 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 on the Liver?
Side effects of Vertistar rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Vertistar 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 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 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vertistar habit forming or addictive?
Vertistar does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vertistar you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vertistar only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vertistar is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vertistar
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Vertistar with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vertistar
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vertistar 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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