systematic_review
    2016
    High Quality

    Betahistine for symptoms of vertigo

    Murdin L, Hussain K, Schilder AG

    Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

    Methodology

    Cochrane review of 17 randomized, placebo-controlled trials of betahistine for vertigo of varied causes.

    Key Findings

    Evidence was low quality and did not establish a clear benefit of betahistine over placebo.

    Conclusions

    A widely prescribed vertigo drug lacks robust efficacy evidence.

    Limitations

    Heterogeneous vertigo diagnoses and outcome measures.

    Related Health Concerns

    Dizziness

    Study Details

    Year:2016
    Sample Size:1,025
    Quality Score:8/10

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