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What Is Vertigo?

Comprehensive information for you or a loved one — including treatment options and discounts on popular medications.

Vertigo is a condition in which the person becomes dizzy and feels like the environment around them is in motion. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, loss of balance, blurry vision, and possible hearing loss.

Treatment for vertigo includes taking medication. A common drug class used to treat vertigo is the antiemetics drug class.

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