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ENT and Dentistry

Tinnitus

  • Perception of abnormal ear or head noises.
  • Persistent tinnitus often, though not always, indicates the presence of sensory hearing loss.
  • Intermittent periods of mild, high-pitched tinnitus lasting seconds to minutes are common in normal-hearing persons.
  • Exclude serious causes like acoustic neuroma and reassure the patient.

General Measures

  • Treat the underlying cause.
  • Supportive care with a single drug or any combination of the following for a month
  1. Tab- Serc (betahistine) 16-24mg 1 tablet PO x TDS.
  2. Tab- Stematil (prochlorperazine) 5-10mg, 1 tablet PO x TDS with meals.
  3. Tab- Novertigo/ Stugeron cerebrin (cinnarizine) 25-75mg 1 tablet PO x TDS with meals.

Disclaimer: This guide is an educational reference for healthcare professionals. It does not replace clinical judgement — always follow your hospital's protocols and current guidelines.