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Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 30, 2024 | 5:55 AM IST

Dizitac Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of vertigo, such as dizziness, spinning sensation, nausea, and vomiting. It can help you to carry out daily activities that are difficult when you have vertigo. It contains two medicines, namely Cinnarizine and Dimenhydrinate, which improve the blood flow in the ear and prevent problems with loss of balance.

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About Dizitac Tablet

Dizitac Tablet belongs to a group of anti-vertigo drugs used to treat the symptoms of vertigo, such as dizziness, spinning sensation, nausea, and vomiting. Dizitac Tablet can help you to carry out daily activities that are difficult when you have vertigo. Vertigo is a sudden external or internal spinning sensation that causes dizziness. It creates a false sense that you or your surroundings are moving or spinning.

Dizitac Tablet contains Cinnarizine (a calcium antagonist) and Dimenhydrinate (an antihistamine). Cinnarizine prevents the narrowing of the blood vessels in the ear, improving blood flow. Dimenhydrinate works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger known as histamine, thereby preventing problems with loss of balance. Together, Dizitac Tablet helps reduce the symptoms of vertigo.

Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Dizitac Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as drowsiness, dry mouth, stomach pain, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Dizitac Tablet may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so drive only if alert. Dizitac Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Dizitac Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Inform your doctor about all your medicines and health conditions to rule out unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Dizitac Tablet

Dizitac Tablet is used to treat Vertigo.

Medicinal Benefits

Dizitac Tablet contains Cinnarizine and Dimenhydrinate. Dizitac Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-vertigo drugs indicated for the symptomatic treatment of vertigo. Cinnarizine is a calcium antagonist that prevents the narrowing of the ear's blood vessels; this helps improve the blood flow in the ear. Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine that blocks a chemical messenger known as histamine, thereby preventing problems with loss of balance. Together, Dizitac Tablet helps in reducing the symptoms of vertigo, such as dizziness and nausea. Dizitac Tablet can help you to carry out daily activities that are difficult when you have vertigo.

Directions for Use

Take it with food to prevent indigestion. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or break it.Mouth dissolving tablet: Place the tablet on the tongue and let it dissolve or disintegrate in the mouth without water.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Dizitac Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Stomach pain
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take Dizitac Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have/had angle-closure glaucoma, epilepsy, increased pressure in the brain due to tumour, urination difficulties due to prostate problems, liver or kidney failure, and alcohol abuse. Inform your doctor if you have low or high blood pressure, glaucoma, obstruction in the bowels, overactive thyroid, severe heart disease, and Parkinson's disease. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Dizitac Tablet may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so drive only if you are alert. Dizitac Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Dizitac Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Dizitac Tablet may interact with narcotic analgesics (morphine), anti-cholinergic (atropine), adrenergic receptor agonists (ephedrine), anti-cancer (procarbazine), barbiturates, anti-depressants, and anti-hypertensive drugs.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have angle-closure glaucoma, epilepsy/fits, increased pressure in the brain due to tumour, urination difficulties due to prostate problems, liver or kidney failure, low or high blood pressure, glaucoma, obstruction in the bowels, overactive thyroid, severe heart disease, or Parkinson disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • MORPHINE
  • ATROPINE
  • EPHEDRINE
  • PROCARBAZINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Replace regular salt with low-sodium salt, as sodium may aggravate vertigo.
  • Avoid foods rich in sodium, such as soy sauce, chips, popcorn, cheese, canned foods, and pickles.
  • Avoid fluids containing large amounts of sugar and salt, such as soda or concentrated juices. Instead, drink water, milk, and low-sugar fruit juices.
  • Limit salt and sugar intake.
  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly, as it helps improve overall health and boosts self-esteem.
  • Perform meditation and yoga. This helps in relieving stress and provides relaxation.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern to improve the amount and quality of sleep you get.
  • Avoid smoking, alcohol, and caffeinated drinks.
  • Learn relaxation skills as they help in reducing stress.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Vertigo: Vertigo is a sudden external or internal spinning sensation that causes dizziness. It creates a false sense that you or your surroundings are moving or spinning. Vertigo is not the same as light-headedness, but it might feel similar to motion sickness. Vertigo occurs due to problems in the brain or inner ear. The main causes of vertigo are migraine, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, infection, head injury, bleeding in the brain, stroke, tumour or Meniere’s disease. The vertigo symptoms include increased sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, loss of balance, and feeling that things are spinning or moving.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Dizitac Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Dizitac Tablet if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Dizitac Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Dizitac Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Please consult your doctor before taking Dizitac Tablet ; your doctor will decide whether Dizitac Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Dizitac Tablet may cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Unsafe

Dizitac Tablet should not be taken by patients suffering from liver failure. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dizitac Tablet should not be taken by patients suffering from kidney failure. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Dizitac Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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FAQs

Dizitac Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of vertigo, such as dizziness, spinning sensation, nausea, and vomiting.
Dizitac Tablet contains Cinnarizine and Dimenhydrinate. Cinnarizine prevents the narrowing of the blood vessels in the ear; this improves the blood flow in the ear. Dimenhydrinate works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger known as histamine, thus prevents problems with loss of balance.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Dizitac Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Talk to your doctor before taking Dizitac Tablet with anti-hypertensive medicines along with Dizitac Tablet as Dizitac Tablet might lower their effect. Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels is advised while taking Dizitac Tablet .
Please do not stop taking Dizitac Tablet on your own as it might cause recurring symptoms. Continue taking Dizitac Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Dizitac Tablet .
Consult your doctor before taking Dizitac Tablet if you have glaucoma (raised pressure in the eye). Do not take Dizitac Tablet if you have angle-closure glaucoma (a specific type of eye disease).
Patients should not take Dizitac Tablet with pre-existing extrapyramidal movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease.
Dizitac Tablet may cause side effects, such as drowsiness, dry mouth, stomach pain, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Yes, Dizitac Tablet may cause drowsiness. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience drowsiness.
Dizitac Tablet may cause indigestion. Taking Dizitac Tablet with or after food may help prevent indigestion. Eat smaller meal portions instead of larger meals. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and foods that may trigger indigestion.
Dizitac Tablet is contraindicated in people who are allergic to any of its components, people who have/had angle-closure glaucoma, epilepsy, increased pressure in the brain due to tumour, urination difficulties due to prostate problems, liver or kidney failure, and alcohol abuse.
Taking too much of this medicine may lead to an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include extreme tiredness, dizziness, shakiness, dry mouth, headache, fever, sweat, fast heart rate, dilated pupils or urinary retention. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
If you miss a dose of Dizitac Tablet take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.
Store Dizitac Tablet at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.

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