Merislon 6 MG Tablet

Merislon 6 MG Tablet is used for the treatment of vertigo associated with the Meniere’s disease (disorder of your inner ear). The medicine decreases the pressure in your ears, which is supposedly the reason for the sense of nausea, dizziness and vertigo related to the disease. It is available in the tablet form, to be taken orally.

The dosage of Merislon 6 MG Tablet depends on your overall general health, the severity of the condition and how your body reacts to the first dose. You must follow the instructions of your doctor and complete the course of this medicine. If you miss a dose you can take it later, but do not take two doses at once to make up for a missed dose.

Listed below are certain precautions that you need to keep in mind before taking Merislon 6 MG Tablet:

• The medicine may worsen the symptoms of breathing problems; hence talk to your doctor if you have asthma.
• A liver disease may result in the building up of medication in the body, causing more side effects.
• Merislon 6 MG Tablet may lead to an increase in the symptoms associated with stomach ulcer. You must have a detailed discussion with your doctor regarding the effect the medicine can have on you if you have stomach ulcer and whether you would require any special monitoring
• It is advisable not to use this medicine if you are pregnant.

The possible mild side effects of Merislon 6 MG Tablet are headache, heartburn, indigestion, bloating, nausea or vomiting. These symptoms generally go away in a few days. You can consult your doctor if they are persistent or bothersome. However, it is advisable to check with your doctor as early as possible if you face the following symptoms:

• A sign of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms include swelling of your face and throat, hives or difficulty in breathing
• Itching or rashes
• Pain in the stomach

• Meniere's Disease

• Vertigo

• Pheochromocytoma

• Allergy

• Ulcer

• Asthma

• Nausea

• Headache

• Indigestion

• Bloating

• Skin Rash

• Trouble Sleeping

• Fast Heartbeat

• Difficulty In Breathing

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of Merislon 6 MG Tablet lasts for an average duration of 16 to 17 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  No sufficient information is available about the peak levels of this medicine in the body. It is well observed orally. The presence of food may delay the absorption of this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Merislon Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks of this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  Habit forming tendencies were reported

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Merislon Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is advised not to consume alcohol along with the medicine as it increases the chances of dizziness and other side effects.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is advised not to consume alcohol along with the medicine as it increases the chances of dizziness and other side effects.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Much information is not available about the effect on the function of kidney due to the consumption of Merislon 6 MG Tablet but it is advised to drink a lot of water to prevent any gastrointestinal disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Any patient with the history of any liver disease is advised to consult the doctor before taking Merislon 6 MG Tablet. Any injury in the liver will lead to accumulation of the drug in the body.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Merislon Tablet is a histamine analogue. It works as a partial histamine H1 receptor agonist and histamine H3-receptor antagonist, thus reduces the pressure in the inner ear by increasing the blood flow.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol along with Merislon Tablet increases the risk of side effects like dizziness.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Merislon Tablet interacts with Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, antihistamines, Beta-2 agonists and others.

• Interaction with Disease

  Pheochromocytoma

  Patients suffering from Pheochromocytoma are advised not to take Merislon 6 MG Tablet. In case of necessity, the patient must inform the doctor about the presence of the above-mentioned disease.

• Interaction with Food

  When it is taken while the food is present in the body, the process of absorption of Merislon 6 MG Tablet slows down.

• Ques : What is Merislon 6 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Merislon Tablet belongs to the class of drugs known as anti-vertigo. It is used for the treatment of vertigo associated with the Meniere’s disease which is a disorder of the inner ear. This tablet contains Betahistine as an active ingredient. Merislon works by mimicking histamine to improve the blood flow in the inner ear and thus reduce pressure.

• Ques : What are the uses of Merislon 6 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Merislon Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like vertigo, tinnitus, dizzy, and Meniere's disease.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Merislon 6 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include upset stomach, feeling sick, and headache. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Merislon 6 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Merislon 6 MG Tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Merislon 6 MG Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This tablet takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Merislon 6 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Merislon Tablet should not be used if you have the conditions such as Galactose intolerance, Glucose-galactose malabsorption, Hypersensitivity, Lapp lactase deficiency, and Pheochromocytoma.

• Ques : Is Merislon 6 MG Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : Women who are pregnant should consult doctor before using this medication.

• Ques : Will Merislon 6 MG Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Merislon 6 MG Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Upset stomach, Feeling sick, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, and Diarrhea.

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