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Dengue, Dizziness, Weakness. Prescribed Vertin. Have Diabetic And BP. On Amaryl M1

Dear Dr.XXXXXX ,

I am 76 nearly , Diabetic type 2 under control and taking AMRYL M 1, 1tab twice a day and likewise for BP , 1tab in morning for BP.

I recently hd an attack of Dengue lasr mth , the Platlet count at prsent is 2.15lacs.

Since then I am feeling weakness and my head is circling, just now my Dr. has prescribed VERTIN Tab twice /day .

Any comments /advice pl.

S.P.Jain
posted on Wed, 30 Oct 2013
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Hi.Your platelet count is normal.Vertin is a symptomatic treatment for dizziness.It helps proper function of the inner ear & there by minimizes dizziness.Dizziness can also be due to low blood sugars (hypoglycemia) which is common in diabetic patients.Check your blood sugar level regularly, and watch for associ ated symptoms of low blood sugar — sweating, shakiness, weakness, hunger, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, heart palpitations, slurred speech, drowsiness etc.If your dizziness is not improving with the above I suggest you to consult a physician.Hope this helps.Take care.
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Dengue, Dizziness, Weakness. Prescribed Vertin. Have Diabetic And BP. On Amaryl M1

Hi.Your platelet count is normal.Vertin is a symptomatic treatment for dizziness.It helps proper function of the inner ear & there by minimizes dizziness.Dizziness can also be due to low blood sugars (hypoglycemia) which is common in diabetic patients.Check your blood sugar level regularly, and watch for associ ated symptoms of low blood sugar — sweating, shakiness, weakness, hunger, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, heart palpitations, slurred speech, drowsiness etc.If your dizziness is not improving with the above I suggest you to consult a physician.Hope this helps.Take care.