Vertin 16

Tablet · Abbott
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Vertin 16 is a tablet made by Abbott that contains Betahistine 16 mg. Betahistine is a anti-vertigo: reduces vertigo, ringing in the ears and dizziness in Meniere's disease.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Betahistine16 mg

What it is used for

Reduces vertigo, ringing in the ears and dizziness in Meniere's disease.

How it works

A medicine for vertigo, ringing in the ears and hearing loss in Ménière's disease; thought to improve blood flow in the inner ear.

How to take it

Usually 8 to 16 mg three times a day, or 24 mg twice a day, with food.

Common side effects

  • Indigestion
  • Headache
  • Nausea

Get medical help straight away if

  • Rash or swelling
  • Worsening asthma

Be careful

Take with food; caution with asthma or stomach ulcers.

Other medicines and interactions

Antihistamines may weaken it.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Avoid in pregnancy and while breastfeeding unless a doctor advises it.

Same ingredients, different strength or form

Vertin 8Vertin 24

Common questions

What is Vertin 16?

Vertin 16 is a tablet by Abbott containing Betahistine 16 mg.

What is Vertin 16 used for?

Reduces vertigo, ringing in the ears and dizziness in Meniere's disease.

How should I take Vertin 16?

Usually 8 to 16 mg three times a day, or 24 mg twice a day, with food. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Vertin 16?

Common side effects include: Indigestion, headache, nausea. Get medical help straight away for: Rash or swelling, worsening asthma.

Does Vertin 16 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Vertin 16 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Avoid in pregnancy and while breastfeeding unless a doctor advises it.

What are the substitutes for Vertin 16?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.