U-Turn Tablet 16 mg (Betahistine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: As the initial dose, administer 16 mg of betahistine hydrochloride orally three times daily with meals. The usual maintenance dose is 24 ~ 48 mg of betahistine hydrochloride per day.

This medicine should not be used in patients with adrenal tumors, pheochromocytoma, or allergies to the components of this medication. Special caution should be taken in patients with a history of peptic ulcer or currently active ulcers, patients with asthma, and those taking antihistamines. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as indigestion, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain may occur while taking this medication. Additionally, symptoms such as headache, itching, skin rashes, hives, palpitations, agitation, chest pain, sweating, and temporary erythematous rashes may also occur, so caution is advised. Taking this medication together with antihistamines may reduce its effectiveness, so it should be used with caution if combined. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should only use this medication when the therapeutic benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been established. The safety in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so caution is needed when using it. Elderly patients may have reduced bodily functions, so they should take it carefully, such as by reducing the dose. In case of overdose, symptoms such as dry mouth, abdominal pain, drowsiness, and nausea may occur, and in severe cases, seizures may happen, but most recover completely. In the case of an overdose, general supportive treatment should be provided. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, stored in a light-protected and moisture-free environment, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it may cause accidents or deterioration in quality.

• indigestion
• diarrhea
• loss of appetite
• abdominal bloating
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach pain
• headache
• itching
• skin rash

This medicine may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light. The storage temperature should ideally be kept between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oval-shaped tablet

Package unit

200 tablets/bottle