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Introduction of Betacitam Tablet

Betacitam Tablet is a prescription medicine. This combination of medicines helps in treating vertigo or Meniere's disease. It promotes better blood flow in the inner ear. It also protects the brain and nerves at the time of oxygen shortage.

Betacitam Tablet is a combination of five medicines: Betacitam Tablet1, Betacitam Tablet2, Betacitam Tablet3, Betacitam Tablet4 and Betacitam Tablet5.

Uses of Betacitam Tablet

  • Meniere's disease

Benefits of Betacitam Tablet

In Meniere's disease

Ménière’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a feeling of congestion in the ear. This is due to build-up of fluid in the inner ear. Betacitam Tablet reduces the amount of fluid and prevents symptoms from developing. It may take a couple of weeks before you notice any improvements but keep taking it, even if you do feel better, until your doctor advises it is safe to stop.

Side effects of Betacitam Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Betacitam

  • Nausea
  • Upset stomach
  • Indigestion
  • Weight gain
  • Rash
  • Headache
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Nervousness
  • Abnormality of voluntary movements

How to use Betacitam Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Betacitam Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Betacitam Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Betacitam Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Betacitam Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Betacitam Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Betacitam Tablet may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Betacitam Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Betacitam Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Betacitam Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Betacitam Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Betacitam Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Betacitam Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Betacitam Tablet

  • Betacitam Tablet is used to treat Meniere's disease (inner-ear condition that causes dizziness).
  • To be taken with or after food to avoid indigestion.
  • Visit the emergency department if you accidentally take too much of this medicine and symptoms such as tiredness, inability to urinate, dry mouth, fast heart rate, sweating, headache and dizziness occur.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class
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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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I am suffering from Meniere's disease for the last 2 years.Vertigo episodes every month sometime more frequent. Any treatment? I am a diabetic too.
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir with homeopathy this can be managed well but as this is a chronic case you need to visit a doctor and take treatment under supervision
I am suffering from Meniere's disease since 2004. Several medicines in homeopathic, allopathy and ayurvedic tried but no benefit. With the allotpathy medicines from neurologist, I am able to manage my daily life. At present I am taking (i) Cognix Plus and (ii) Nexito 10mg daily without gap. If I discontinued medicines in the past, the problem came back and I started feeling guidiness and trepidation/ nervousness. Please advice me certain maintenance dose in homeopathy so that I may discontinue allopathic medicines which is showing now side affects. One of the side affects, now I have thyroid and taking one table of Thyrox 50mg daily. Moreover, I feel drowsiness and memory is also weak.
Dr. Manju Singh
Homeopathy
Can you share your previous reports.
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FAQs

Betacitam Tablet

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Betacitam Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Can the use of Betacitam Tablet cause indigestion?

Betacitam Tablet may cause indigestion. Take it with or after food to avoid Indigestion. Talk to your doctor if you are suffering from regular indigestion.

What if I accidentally take too much of this medicine?

Visit the nearest emergency department if you accidentally take too much of this medicine. Symptoms of taking too much of Betacitam Tablet may include tiredness, pupil dilation, inability to urinate, dry mouth, flushing, fast heart rate, sweating, headache, dizziness, and shakiness.

Can I stop taking Betacitam Tablet if I feel well?

You should not stop taking Betacitam Tablet until your doctor informs you to stop it. If you stop taking Betacitam Tablet earlier than advised, the symptoms of vertigo may reappear (dizziness and spinning).

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