U-Turn Tablet 24 mg (Betahistine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: The initial dose is 16 mg of betahistine hydrochloride per dose, taken orally 3 times daily with meals. The usual maintenance dose is 24 ~ 48 mg of betahistine hydrochloride per day.

This medication should not be used in patients with certain tumors such as adrenal tumors or pheochromocytoma. Patients who are allergic to any component of this medication should also avoid it. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers or current active ulcers should use this medication with caution. Patients with asthma should also be cautious when taking this medication. Additionally, patients already taking antihistamines may experience reduced efficacy when using this medication together, so caution is needed. Taking this medication may cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as dyspepsia, diarrhea, decreased appetite, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Symptoms such as headache, itching, and skin rash have also been reported. Rarely, symptoms such as hives, rapid heartbeat, agitation, chest pain, sweating, and transient skin rash may occur. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks. The safety of this medication in children has not been sufficiently established, so caution is needed in use. Older patients may have reduced physical function, so they should take this medication carefully, possibly at a reduced dosage. In case of overdose, symptoms may include dry mouth, abdominal pain, drowsiness, nausea, and very high doses may lead to seizures. In the event of an overdose, standard emergency treatment should be followed. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored away from direct sunlight and moisture. Additionally, transferring to another container should be avoided to prevent accidents or deterioration of the medication's quality.

• Dyspepsia
• diarrhea
• loss of appetite
• abdominal distension
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach pain
• headache
• itching
• skin rash

This medication is light-sensitive and should be stored in a tightly closed container that blocks light. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pink oval tablets

Package unit

200 tablets/bottle