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About Betacitam Tablet

Betacitam Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of Meniere's illness, which include dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), nausea, and hearing loss. Meniere's disease is a medical condition that affects the inner ear and causes episodes of vertigo.

Betacitam Tablet contains Betahistine, Ginkgo biloba, Piracetam, Vinpocetine, and Vitamin D3. Betahistine lowers the pressure of the excess fluid and improves blood flow to the inner ear. Piracetam protects the nervous system and brain from shortness of oxygen. Vinpocetine and Ginkgo biloba protect the brain from free radical damage and increase blood flow to the brain. Vitamin D3 provides essential nutrients. Together, they help treat Meniere's illness.

Take the Betacitam Tablet with or after a meal. In some cases, Betacitam Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, indigestion (acid reflux), bloating, minor stomach ache, and headache. Most of the side effects induced by this medication do not necessitate medical treatment and will resolve within a few days. However, get medical attention if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor before using Betacitam Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines to rule out any side effects. Betacitam Tablet should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Betacitam Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol with Betacitam Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness.

Uses of Betacitam Tablet

Treatment of Meniere's disease

Medicinal Benefits

Betacitam Tablet is a blend of five medications: betahistine, ginkgo biloba, piracetam, vinpocetine, and vitamin D3. It is prescribed to treat symptoms of Meniere's disease, including ringing in the ears (tinnitus), dizziness, vertigo, loss of balance, and hearing loss. Betahistine lowers the pressure of the excess fluid and improves blood flow to the inner ear. Piracetam protects the nervous system and brain from shortness of oxygen. Vinpocetine and Ginkgo biloba protect the brain from free radical damage and increase blood flow to the brain. Vitamin D3 provides essential nutrients. Together, they help treat Meniere's illness.

Side Effects of Betacitam Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Indigestion
  • Bloating
  • Headache
  • Stomach ache

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not use Betacitam Tablet without doctor advice if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Inform your doctor if you have an arrhythmia, electrolyte imbalance, hypercalcemia, peptic ulcer, adrenal tumour, asthma, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medication is not recommended for children or people who have galactose intolerance. Betacitam Tablet may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause increased drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIVERTIGO DRUGS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Betacitam Tablet may interact with other medicines such as MAO inhibitor (e.g. isocarboxazid) and antihistamine (e.g. cetirizine, chlorpheniramine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Limit the consumption of alcohol, caffeine, and a high salt diet. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have an arrhythmia, electrolyte imbalance, hypercalcemia, renal dysfunction, peptic ulcer, adrenal tumour, and asthma.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • CETIRIZINE
  • CHLORPHENIRAMINE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Limit caffeine consumption like tea, soda, coffee, energy drinks, etc., as caffeine can stimulate the nervous system and may worsen tinnitus. 
  • Get 8 hours of sleep, which helps the body to relax completely. 
  • Quit tobacco or smoking as it narrows the blood vessels and affects circulation, resulting in Ménière's disease.
  • It is recommended to eat low sodium foods because sodium can cause fluid retention and worsen inner ear symptoms.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Betacitam Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Betacitam Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Meniere's disease: Meniere's disease is a medical condition affecting the inner ear. This disease usually occurs when an abnormal quantity of fluid accumulates in the inner ear as a result of incorrect fluid drainage, an unusual immunological response, a viral infection, or a hereditary tendency. Common signs and symptoms of this disease include vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus, and a sensation of fullness in the ear.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Betacitam Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy since Ginkgo biloba in Betacitam Tablet may cause premature labour or heaving bleeding during childbirth. Please consult your doctor before taking Betacitam Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Ginkgo biloba in Betacitam Tablet is excreted into breast milk when used by a breastfeeding mother. Please consult your doctor before taking Betacitam Tablet if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Caution

Betacitam Tablet may cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Betacitam Tablet in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Betacitam Tablet in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Unsafe

Due to a lack of data on safety and effectiveness, the use of Betacitam Tablet in children and adolescents under the age of 18 is not suggested.

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FAQs

Betacitam Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of Meniere's illness, which include dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), nausea, and hearing loss. Meniere's disease is a medical condition that affects the inner ear and causes episodes of vertigo.
Betacitam Tablet works by increasing the blood flow to the ear while decreasing the amount of fluid in the inner ear. Thereby, it helps treat Meniere's disease.
Betacitam Tablet may cause stomach discomfort. Take Betacitam Tablet with or after food to avoid this. Consult your doctor if you suffer frequent indigestion.
Consult your doctor or healthcare expert before taking Betacitam Tablet with other medicines to prevent any interaction or side effects.
No, it is a prescribed drug given by a physician to treat Meniere’s disease. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.
Even if you start feeling better, continue taking Betacitam Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to treat your condition effectively.
Store Betacitam Tablet at room temperature as mentioned on the label. Protect from light. Keep it out of reach from children. Disposal of Betacitam Tablet is done by following the local guidelines.
If you have taken too much of Betacitam Tablet, consult a doctor immediately. Overdose symptoms may include dizziness, slow heart rate, dry mouth, pupil dilation, low blood pressure, or trouble breathing.

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