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Active pharmaceutical ingredient

Betahistine Dihydrochloride

Betahistine Dihydrochloride is a potent histamine analog primarily used to manage symptoms associated with Ménière's disease, such as vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss.

Compounded to order
Prescription required
Warwick, Rhode Island

About this ingredient

Betahistine Dihydrochloride is a potent histamine analog primarily used in the management of vertigo and balance disorders associated with Ménière's disease. It functions by improving microcirculation in the inner ear, which helps alleviate symptoms such as dizziness, tinnitus, and hearing loss. This API is known for its ability to enhance blood flow in the cochlear region, thereby reducing the pressure that can lead to these debilitating symptoms.

As a histamine H1 receptor agonist and H3 receptor antagonist, Betahistine Dihydrochloride facilitates vasodilation and increases capillary permeability, which contributes to its therapeutic effects. Its unique mechanism of action makes it a valuable option for patients who require targeted treatment for inner ear disorders. The compound is well-tolerated, with a favorable safety profile, making it suitable for long-term use in chronic conditions.

In clinical practice, Betahistine Dihydrochloride is often compounded into customized formulations to meet specific patient needs, ensuring optimal dosing and delivery. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for patients with unique therapeutic requirements or those who experience side effects from standard formulations. By offering tailored solutions, compounding pharmacies like Bayview Pharmacy can enhance patient outcomes and improve quality of life for individuals suffering from balance disorders.

Available formulations

Compounded formulations containing this ingredient

Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.

Compounding formulary

Formulas we compound with this ingredient

A sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is betahistine?

Betahistine is a histamine analog taken by mouth, studied mainly for the vertigo, dizziness, and tinnitus linked to Ménière's disease. In the US it is available only as a compounded, prescription-only capsule.

Related

Related active ingredients

Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.

Important information

This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.

Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.

A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.

Talk to a compounding pharmacist

Our pharmacists work with prescribers to build preparations around a patient's dose, form and tolerances. Ask us what is possible with this ingredient.