Vertiford 8 MG Tablet

An anti-vertigo drug, Vertiford 8 MG Tablet is used for the treatment of vertigo associated with the Meniere’s disease (disorder of your inner ear). The medicine decreases the pressure in your ears, which is supposedly the reason for the sense of nausea, dizziness and vertigo related to the disease. It is available in the tablet form, to be taken orally.

The dosage of Vertiford 8 MG Tablet depends on your overall general health, the severity of the condition and how your body reacts to the first dose. You must follow the instructions of your doctor and complete the course of this medicine. If you miss a dose you can take it later, but do not take two doses at once to make up for a missed dose.

Listed below are certain precautions that you need to keep in mind before taking Vertiford 8 MG Tablet:

• The medicine may worsen the symptoms of breathing problems; hence talk to your doctor if you have asthma.
• A liver disease may result in the building up of medication in the body, causing more side effects.
• Vertiford 8 MG Tablet may lead to an increase in the symptoms associated with stomach ulcer. You must have a detailed discussion with your doctor regarding the effect the medicine can have on you if you have stomach ulcer and whether you would require any special monitoring
• It is advisable not to use this medicine if you are pregnant.

The possible mild side effects of Vertiford 8 MG Tablet are headache, heartburn, indigestion, bloating, nausea or vomiting. These symptoms generally go away in a few days. You can consult your doctor if they are persistent or bothersome. However, it is advisable to check with your doctor as early as possible if you face the following symptoms:

• A sign of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms include swelling of your face and throat, hives or difficulty in breathing
• Itching or rashes
• Pain in the stomach

• Hearing Loss

• Tinnitus

• Vertigo

• Pheochromocytoma

• Hypersensitivity

• Ulcer

• Asthma

• Headache

• Indigestion

• Bloating

• Skin Rash

• Trouble Sleeping

• Fast Heartbeat

• Difficulty In Breathing

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 16 to 17 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  No sufficient information is available about the peak levels of this medicine in the body. It is well observed orally. The presence of food may delay the absorption of this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks of this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  Habit forming tendencies were reported

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks of this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No information available.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is advised not to consume alcohol along with the medicine as it increases the chances of dizziness and other side effects.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Much information is not available about the effect on the function of the kidney due to the consumption of Vertiford 8 MG Tablet but it is advised to drink a lot of water to prevent any gastrointestinal disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Any patient with the history of any liver disease is advised to consult the doctor before taking Vertiford 8 MG Tablet Any injury in the liver will lead to accumulation of the drug in the body.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Vertiford 8 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Zevert 8 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Vertipress 8 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Govert 8 MG Tablet

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Betavert 8 MG Tablet

  Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd

• Cisplatin 50 MG Infusion

  Pfizer Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  If you miss a dose of this drug, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If its almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

This medication acts as a histamine analogue. It works as a partial histamine H1 receptor agonist and histamine H3-receptor antagonist, thus reduces the pressure in the inner ear by increasing the blood flow.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol along with Vertiford 8 MG Tablet increases the risk of side effects like dizziness.

• Interaction with Medicine

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  The patient is advised to inform the doctor about any drug or vitamin, he is currently using. The use of other drugs may change the effect of the Vertiford 8 MG Tablet and may also increase the risk of side effects. It may interact with the following drugs in an unsafe way: Antihistamines, Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and Beta-2 agonists.

• Interaction with Disease

  Pheochromocytoma

  Patients suffering from Pheochromocytoma are advised not to take Vertiford 8 MG Tablet. In case of necessity the patient must inform the doctor about the presence of the above mentioned disease.

• Interaction with Food

  When it is taken while the food is present in the body, the process of absorption of Vertiford 8 MG Tablet slows down.

• Ques : What is Vertiford 8 MG Tablet?

  Ans : An anti-vertigo drug, this drug is used for the treatment of vertigo associated with the Meniere’s disease (a disorder of your inner ear).

• Ques : How long do I need to use Vertiford 8 MG Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor. Also taking this medication longer than it was prescribed, can cause an inadequate effect on the patient's condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Vertiford 8 MG Tablet?

  Ans : The duration of effect for this medicine is dependent on the severity of the patient’s condition. Therefore the frequency of usage of this medication will vary from person to person. It is advised to follow the proper prescription of the doctor, directed according to the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use Vertiford 8 MG Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken after having food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Vertiford 8 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away from the reach of children.