Betaes Tablet (Betahistine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

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 medicine should not be used in patients with certain types of tumors such as adrenal tumors or pheochromocytoma. Additionally, patients who have had allergic reactions to any component of this medicine should not take it. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers or currently active ulcers should use this medicine with caution. Asthma patients or those taking antihistamines should also use this medicine carefully. Taking this medicine may cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as indigestion, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Other reported side effects include headache, itching, skin rash, hives, palpitations, agitation, chest pain, sweating, and transient erythema. Taking this medicine along with antihistamines may reduce its effectiveness, so it is advisable to consult with a doctor or pharmacist when taking them together. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of using this medicine and should use it only when necessary. Since the safety of this medicine has not been sufficiently confirmed in children, caution is needed when using it. Elderly patients may experience decreased bodily functions, so special precautions such as reducing the dosage may be necessary when taking this medicine. In case of overdose, symptoms such as dry mouth, abdominal pain, drowsiness, and nausea may appear, and in severe cases, seizures may occur. Immediate standard emergency treatment is required in the event of an overdose. This medicine should be kept out of reach of children and stored away from direct sunlight and moisture. Additionally, transferring to another container may cause accidents or degrade the quality of the medicine, so it is advisable to store it in the original container.

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

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container that is protected from light and well-ventilated, ideally at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the medicine's efficacy for a long time.

Appearance

Blue rectangular tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle