GinkoD3-PVB Tablet is a prescription medicine. This combination of medicines helps in treating vertigo or Meniere's disease. It promotes better blood flow in the inner ear. It also protects the brain and nerves at the time of oxygen shortage.
GinkoD3-PVB Tablet can be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine should not be consumed more than the recommended dose.
Some common side effects include headache, nervousness, fatigue, and stomach upset. These are usually well tolerated but if these side effects persist for a long time, please consult your doctor. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions like swelling, itching, difficulty in breathing, hives, etc.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any other health conditions. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised not to consume alcohol after taking this medicine.
Uses of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet
Meniere's disease
Benefits of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet
In Meniere's disease
Ménière’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a feeling of congestion in the ear. This is due to build-up of fluid in the inner ear. GinkoD3-PVB Tablet reduces the amount of fluid and prevents symptoms from developing. 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 GinkoD3-PVB 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 GinkoD3-PVB
Nausea
Upset stomach
Indigestion
Weight gain
Rash
Headache
Nervousness
Abnormality of voluntary movements
How to use GinkoD3-PVB 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. GinkoD3-PVB Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How GinkoD3-PVB Tablet works
GinkoD3-PVB Tablet is a combination of five medicines: Betahistine, Vitamin D3, Ginkgo Biloba, Piracetam and Vinpocetine. Betahistine improves blood flow in the inner ear which reduces the pressure of excess fluid in the inner ear. Vitamin D3 is added as it's deficiency may be a cause of Miniere's disease. Ginkgo Biloba and Vinpocetine increase blood flow to the brain and protect it from damage by harmful chemical substances (free radicals). Piracetam works by further protecting the brain and nervous system against shortness of oxygen and also affects various channels on nerve cells.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with GinkoD3-PVB Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
GinkoD3-PVB 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
Information regarding the use of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
GinkoD3-PVB Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. GinkoD3-PVB Tablet may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
GinkoD3-PVB Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
GinkoD3-PVB Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take GinkoD3-PVB Tablet?
If you miss a dose of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
GinkoD3-PVB Tablet is used to treat Meniere's disease (inner-ear condition that causes dizziness).
To be taken with or after food to avoid indigestion.
Visit the emergency department if you accidentally take too much of this medicine and symptoms such as tiredness, inability to urinate, dry mouth, fast heart rate, sweating, headache and dizziness occur.
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Patient concerns
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.
The most common causes of vertigo are inner ear infections or diseases of the ear such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis, and Meniere's disease. Less common causes of vertigo can include head or brain injuries or migraines.
I am suffering from Meniere's disease for the last 2 years. I have attack of vertigo after 1 or 2 months regularly.The ENT Doctor prescribed me tablet vertin 16 mg.It helps to control vertigo but does not treat the root cause. Also have hearing loss in left year.Any effective treatment for this condition? I am a diabetic too.
Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari
Ayurveda
Case has to be seen in person before starting the treatment
Patient has perkinson disease patient has Perkinson disease
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir as your case is a chronic case it requires long case taking, examination and regular follow up, therefore, please visit a homeopath so that he can examine you and guide you accordingly.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Can the use of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet cause indigestion?
GinkoD3-PVB Tablet may cause indigestion. Take it with or after food to avoid Indigestion. Talk to your doctor if you are suffering from regular indigestion.
What if I accidentally take too much of this medicine?
Visit the nearest emergency department if you accidentally take too much of this medicine. Symptoms of taking too much of GinkoD3-PVB Tablet may include tiredness, pupil dilation, inability to urinate, dry mouth, flushing, fast heart rate, sweating, headache, dizziness, and shakiness.
Can I stop taking GinkoD3-PVB Tablet if I feel well?
You should not stop taking GinkoD3-PVB Tablet until your doctor informs you to stop it. If you stop taking GinkoD3-PVB Tablet earlier than advised, the symptoms of vertigo may reappear (dizziness and spinning).
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