Anti-vertigo medications in primary care – high prescription rates despite weak evidence
For professionals: Anti-vertigo medications (AVMs) such as betahistine are widespread in general practice despite limited evidence of efficacy. Particularly problematic: A significant portion of prescriptions are long-term – even without a clear vestibular diagnosis. A recent study from the Netherlands now provides systematic data for the first time on the frequency and duration of prescriptions in primary care. 🔗 Original study on PubMed Study design: Central […]
