Products
Antivertiginosa are commercially available in the form of tablets, capsules, and drops, among others. The name of the drug group is derived from anti- (against) and vertigo, the Latin technical term for vertigo or spinning.
Structure and properties
Antivertiginosa do not have a uniform structure because different drug groups are used.
Effects
The agents have antivertiginous properties, meaning that they are effective against vertigo. Their effects are based on interaction with the vestibular organ and with various neurotransmitter systems, e.g., histamine, acetylcholine, and GABA.
Indications
For symptomatic treatment of vertigo of various causes.
Dosage
According to the professional information. Medicines are taken as needed, preventively, or regularly.
Active ingredients
The following agents are administered for the symptomatic treatment of vertigo (selection): calcium channel blockers:
- Flunarizine
- Cinnarizine
Histamine agonists:
- Betahistine
Combination drugs:
- Cinnarizine and dimenhydrinate
Antiemetics for nausea and vomiting:
- Domperidone
- Metoclopramide
1st generation antihistamines:
- Meclozine
- Dimenhydrinate
Anticholinergics:
- Scopolamine
Benzodiazepines:
- E.g. lorazepam
Herbal medicines:
- Ginkgo
- Ginger (motion sickness)
Alternative medicine therapeutics
Contraindications
A dizziness should be clarified by a doctor because of the different causes. Medications can also often cause it. Therapy should be based on the triggers. Full precautions can be found in the drug label.
Adverse effects
Many of the agents listed can cause drowsiness and reduce responsiveness in traffic. Benzodiazepines have a high potential for dependence.
