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Emidas is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Emidas have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Emidas is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Emidas also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Indigestion, Dizziness. Some other side effects of Emidas have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Emidas 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.
It is also important to note that Emidas has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Emidas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Emidas related warnings section.
Emidas is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Emidas contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Emidas may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Emidas is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Emidas 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Emidas is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Emidas safe for pregnant women?
Emidas shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Emidas safe during breastfeeding?
Emidas can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Emidas on the Kidneys?
Emidas does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Emidas on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Emidas on the liver.
What is the effect of Emidas on the Heart?
Side effects of Emidas rarely affect the heart.
Emidas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emidas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emidas habit forming or addictive?
Emidas is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Emidas
It is safe to take Emidas with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emidas
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Emidas with alcohol will be.
Emidas 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.
Yes, Emidas 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.
No, Emidas does not increase blood pressure. In fact, it decreases the blood pressure due to its vasodilation (Dilate blood vessels) properties. It may cause dry mouth, diarrhea, nausea, and headache.
Emidas is an analogue of histamine. It causes vasodilation and helps to improve blood flow in the ear and brain (stem cell). Thereby it prevents the frequency of episodes of vertigo in a patient with Meniere`s syndrome.
No, you can not buy Emidas over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
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