Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Betahistine Dihydrochloride Tablet

Betahistine Dihydrochloride Tablet

Generic nameBetahistine Dihydrochloride
Drug classAnti-vertigo Agent
FormsTablets (8 mg, 16 mg, and 24 mg)

Betahistine is a prescription tablet used to reduce vertigo (dizziness) episodes linked to Ménière's disease. It is described as a histamine-analogue medicine that helps improve blood flow in the inner ear.

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