Vertidiz Tablet

How to use Vertidiz 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. Vertidiz 20mg/40mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Medicine Works

Vertidiz 20mg/40mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cinnarizine and Dimenhydrinate. Cinnarizine is a calcium channel antagonist which works by preventing constriction of the blood vessels of the inner ear. This improves the microcirculation of the ear. Dimenhydrinate is an antiallergic. It blocks the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) that is responsible for light-headedness in vertigo.

Expert Advice

• Vertidiz 20mg/40mg Tablet helps relieve symptoms of vertigo such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness or spinning sensation.
• Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
• It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
• Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.
• Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Do not stop taking Vertidiz 20mg/40mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Can the use of Vertidiz cause drowsiness?

Yes, Vertidiz can make you feel drowsy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how this medicine affects you.

Q. Can Vertidiz cause indigestion?

Vertidiz may cause indigestion. However, taking it with or after food can prevent indigestion. Talk to your doctor if indigestion persists.

Q. Are there any contraindications associated with the use of Vertidiz?

Vertidiz is considered to be harmful for patients with hypersensitivity to the active substances, diphenhydramine or other antihistamines of similar structure or to any of the excipients. Vertidiz should be avoided in patients with glaucoma, fits, increased intracranial pressure, alcohol abuse, urinating issues, liver or kidney disease. It is also not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Q. 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 an overdose may include tiredness, pupil dilation, unable to urinate, dry mouth, flushing, fast heart rate, sweating, headache, dizziness and shakiness.

Q. What if I miss a dose of Vertidiz?

If you miss a dose of Vertidiz, you should skip the missed dose and take the next dose at its usual time and quantity. You should not take a double dose of Vertidiz to make up for a missed dose.

Q. Can I stop taking Vertidiz if I feel well?

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

Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Vertidiz?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack 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.Show moreShow less