Not available in the U.S.
Betahistine
SERC
“Bettor hissing”
Legos → theme for H3 antihistamine
What it isH3 antagonist and weak H1 agonist; Meniere disease.
Why this oneStandard therapy for Meniere vertigo across Europe and Canada.
What limits itLarge randomized trial found no benefit over placebo. Not US-approved.
Used for
- Meniere disease (approved in Europe and Canada)
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Principal riskA large randomized trial found no benefit over placebo
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- What did a large randomized betahistine trial find?
No benefit over placebo. - Is betahistine US-approved?
No.