What is SERC and what is it used for?

The medicine SERC is used for the treatment of Menière's Syndrome, a disorder of the inner ear characterized by the following symptoms: vertigo, dizziness, loss of balance, hearing loss and sensation of noise inside the ear (tinnitus).

How does it work?

The active ingredient of this drug is a histamine analogue, more specifically betahistine dihydrochloride, which improves circulation in the inner ear and therefore decreases pressure

Thanks to this substance that provides SERC to our body, you can see an improvement in the loss of balance, dizziness or vomiting. The optimal improvement is obtained after several months of treatment.

What side effects can arise?

Like all medicines, SERC can produce adverse effects although at the moment the frequency of affected by these effects is low and the best known are:

  • Gastrointestinal disorders: The most frequent are nausea and discomfort in the upper abdomen with a feeling of swelling (also called dyspepsia).
  • Nervous system disorders: The most common is headache.

In addition, the following side effects have been found with an unknown frequency, i.e. without enough calculable witnesses:

  • Disorders of the immune system: Hypersensitivity reactions, e.g. anaphylaxis.
  • Gastrointestinal disorders: e.g. vomiting or gastrointestinal pain.
  • Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Reactions of cutaneous and subcutaneous hypersensitivity. For example, hives, rash, and itching.

Use of SERC

The tablets can be taken with or without food. However, it is recommended to take SERC during or after meals to avoid gastric discomfort.

Due to the paucity of data on the safety and efficacy of the drug in children and adolescents is not recommended for use for children under 18 years.

For the same reason, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is recommended to consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.

Remember, the prescription of this medication should always be official by a specialized otolaryngologist (ENT).