Pharmacotherapy of dizziness of various genesis: in search of the only right solution

Mozhyna T.L.

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Pharmacotherapy of dizziness of various genesis: in search of the only right solution

August 10, 2023

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Therapy, General practice

Mozhyna T.L.

УДК: 616.28-008.55

DOI: 10.32471/umj.1680-3051.156.245207

Keywords :

Arlevert®,

dizziness,

fixed combination of cinnarizine/dimenhydrinate,

vertigo

Specialities :

Therapy, General practice

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Primary care physicians often encounter complaints of dizziness of uncertain genesis in patients, which requires additional examination to clarify the nature of the condition. In order to improve the condition of patients who are somewhat disabled due to dizziness and have a high risk of falling or being injured, a fixed combination of cinnarizine/dimenhydrinate (Arlevert®) may be recommended, which, according to evidence-based medicine, is considered the first-line drug for the pharmacological correction of central and peripheral dizziness. The multifaceted mechanism of action and synergistic activity of the two active ingredients ensure high clinical efficacy of the drug: a short 4-week course of treatment with Arlevert® effectively eliminates dizziness and concomitant autonomic symptoms (nausea, vomiting), surpassing alternative drugs in terms of its effectiveness, and does not require dose titration. Evidence-based medicine suggests that a fixed combination of cinnarizine/dimenhydrinate (Arlevert®) may be the right solution to combat with various causes of dizziness.

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