Beti Won Tablet 16 mg (Betahistine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

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

This medication should not be used by patients with certain types of tumors such as adrenal tumors or pheochromocytoma. Patients who have had an allergic reaction to the ingredients of this medication should also avoid taking it. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers or currently active peptic ulcers, asthma patients, and those taking antihistamines should use this medication with caution. Taking this medication may cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as dyspepsia, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Various adverse reactions such as headache, itching, skin rash, hives, palpitations, agitation, chest pain, sweating, and transient erythematous rash may also occur. The effectiveness of this medication may be reduced when taken with antihistamines, so caution should be exercised when using them together. Pregnant women or women of childbearing potential should only take this medication when the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks, as its safety is not well established. The safety of this medication in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so its use should be decided carefully. Older adults may have weakened bodily functions, so caution should be taken, including reducing the dosage. In case of overdose, symptoms such as dry mouth, abdominal pain, drowsiness, and nausea may occur, and in severe cases, seizures may happen; general emergency care should be sought in such instances. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored away from direct sunlight and moisture. Additionally, transferring to another container can cause accidents and is not good for maintaining the quality of the medication.

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

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light in. It is also advisable to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding extreme heat or cold.

Appearance

White or yellowish round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle