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Bhist 16mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Bhist 16mg Tablet is used to prevent and treat a disorder of the inner ear known as Ménière’s disease. The symptoms include dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and loss of hearing, probably caused by fluid in the ear. This medicine helps relieve the symptoms by reducing the amount of fluid.

Bhist 16mg Tablet should be swallowed whole with water and taken at the same time(s) each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what is the correct dose to relieve your symptoms and how often you need to take it. You may need to take this medicine for several months and you should take it for as long as prescribed by your doctor, even if you start feeling better. 

The most common side effects include headache, feeling sick, and indigestion (dyspepsia). You may also get stomach pain and bloating. Taking the medicine with food can help reduce stomach problems.  

Before taking this medicine, you should talk to your doctor if you have a stomach ulcer, asthma, or high or low blood pressure. You must also tell him/her what other medicines you are taking, to make sure you are safe. Also speak to your doctor if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Bhist Tablet

  • Treatment of Meniere's disease

Benefits of Bhist Tablet

In Treatment of Meniere's disease

Bhist 16mg Tablet improves blood flow to the inner ear which reduces the pressure of excess fluid there. It is this pressure that is thought to cause the symptoms of nausea, vertigo (dizziness), tinnitus (ringing in your ears), and hearing loss in people who have Ménière’s disease. This medicine makes the symptoms milder and reduces the number of times you get the symptoms.

It will be more effective if you take this medicine regularly as prescribed so try not to miss doses. It may take a couple of weeks before you notice any improvements but keep taking it, even if you do feel better until your doctor advises it is safe to stop.

Side effects of Bhist Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bhist

  • Headache
  • Indigestion
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Bloating

How to use Bhist Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bhist 16mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Bhist Tablet works

Bhist 16mg Tablet is a histamine analog. It works by improving the blood flow in the inner ear which reduces the pressure of excess fluid there. Excess fluid can send signals to the brain causing nausea, dizziness or spinning sensations (symptoms of Ménière's disease). Bhist 16mg Tablet additionally dampens down the nerve signals sent from the inner ear to the brain relieving the symptoms of Ménière's disease.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Bhist 16mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bhist 16mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bhist 16mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Bhist 16mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bhist 16mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bhist 16mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Bhist 16mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Bhist Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bhist 16mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Bhist 16mg Tablet to relieve vertigo (dizziness), hearing problems and tinnitus (noise in the ear) associated with  Ménière's disease.
  • It can only decrease the number and severity of attacks but may not completely stop them.
  • Taking it with food can help reduce stomach problems.
  • Take it at the same time each day to maintain a steady amount of the medicine in your body.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcer, asthma, or low blood pressure.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 
  • Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Histamine Analog
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Histamine analog- Meniere's Disease

Interaction with drugs

Taking Bhist with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Selegiline may decrease the metabolism of Betahistine. Talk to your doctor if you experience Betahistine side effects such as gastrointestinal disturbances, headache, or rash.
Azelastine may block the action of Betahistine. Use Azelastine with Betahistine only if prescribed by your doctor.

Patient concerns

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I am suffering from Meniere's disease for the last 2 years.Vertigo episodes every month sometime more frequent. Any treatment? I am a diabetic too.
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir with homeopathy this can be managed well but as this is a chronic case you need to visit a doctor and take treatment under supervision
I am suffering from Meniere's disease since 2004. Several medicines in homeopathic, allopathy and ayurvedic tried but no benefit. With the allotpathy medicines from neurologist, I am able to manage my daily life. At present I am taking (i) Cognix Plus and (ii) Nexito 10mg daily without gap. If I discontinued medicines in the past, the problem came back and I started feeling guidiness and trepidation/ nervousness. Please advice me certain maintenance dose in homeopathy so that I may discontinue allopathic medicines which is showing now side affects. One of the side affects, now I have thyroid and taking one table of Thyrox 50mg daily. Moreover, I feel drowsiness and memory is also weak.
Dr. Manju Singh
Homeopathy
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FAQs

What is Meniere's disease? Does it go away?

Meniere's disease is a disorder of the balance and hearing organs in the inner ear. The symptoms include vertigo, fluctuations in hearing, tinnitus (ringing of the ears), and pressure in the ears. Along with that, one may experience dizziness which in turn may cause nausea and vomiting. The treatment for Meniere's disease depends on various factors. Hence, an open discussion with the doctor can help to determine the best treatment strategy in your personal case.

Is Bhist 16mg Tablet effective?

Bhist 16mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Bhist 16mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What are the triggers for Meniere's disease?

Meniere's disease can be triggered by conditions like stress, overwork, fatigue, emotional distress, additional illnesses, and pressure changes. Along with that, certain foods such as dairy products, caffeine, alcohol, and foods with high sodium content may trigger Meniere's disease. A 2-gram/day low-salt diet can help control vertigo in Meniere's disease.

What if I forget to take a dose of Bhist 16mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Bhist 16mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is stress a reason for vertigo?

Mental stress can trigger vertigo. It can make many forms of vertigo worse, but will not, by itself, produce vertigo.

What are the causes of vertigo?

Vertigo may be caused either by a sudden drop in blood pressure or because of being dehydrated. Many people feel lightheaded if they get up too quickly from sitting or lying down. Along with that, motion sickness, certain medicines, and problems with your inner ear (Meniere's disease, acoustic neuroma) may cause vertigo. It is important to know that sometimes vertigo can be a symptom of other disorders (multiple sclerosis, following head trauma) as well.

How long should Bhist 16mg Tablet be taken?

Duration of treatment with Bhist 16mg Tablet may vary from patient to patient. Some people respond rapidly to treatment while others may take some time. Hence, it is advised to take your tablets regularly and wait for the results patiently. Consult the doctor if not sure.

What are the common side effects of Bhist 16mg Tablet?

Bhist 16mg Tablet can cause mild stomach problems such as vomiting, stomach pain, stomach swelling (abdominal distension), and bloating. You can reduce the chances of getting these side effects by taking Bhist 16mg Tablet with food. However, the absorption of Bhist 16mg Tablet may get reduced when taken with food.

Is Bhist 16mg Tablet effective?

Bhist 16mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Bhist 16mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I forget to take a dose of Bhist 16mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Bhist 16mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

How long should Bhist 16mg Tablet be taken?

Duration of treatment with Bhist 16mg Tablet may vary from patient to patient. Some people respond rapidly to treatment while others may take some time. Hence, it is advised to take your tablets regularly and wait for the results patiently. Consult the doctor if not sure.

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