Often, those who expect to get sick are the ones who do. Dramamine dimenhydrinate is a popular go-to remedy. It is somewhat effective at reducing motion sickness symptoms, but it is an antihistamine.
Like all antihistamines, it may cause drowsiness, dizziness and decreased mental alertness. Some people may experience the exact opposite effects, including insomnia, excitability and restlessness. Unfortunately, not much can be done to mitigate the side effects. Patients with a history of glaucoma, liver impairment, asthma, seizures, prostate enlargements or urinary blockage, thyroid dysfunction and cardiovascular disease should proceed with caution and speak with their physician first.
Bonine meclizine is another option. This is mainly because Bonine is taken once a day and Dramamine is taken every four to six hours as needed. That said, many studies show that as a whole, Dramamine is more effective at preventing motion sickness, though it is less convenient given the dosing. Non-sedative antihistamines such as Zyrtec, Claritin and Allegra do not appear to be effective for motion sickness.
As noted, children under 2 typically do not experience motion sickness, while the incidence appears to peak at age 9. Generally, the same advice applies to children as it does for adults. If you need to use medication for your child, always speak with your pediatrician first. Almost all pediatric medications are weight-based, and some may have age restrictions, as well.
Please never guess a dose without seeking medical advice for your child first. There are many pre-emptive strategies that exist for dogs and cats to prevent motion sickness. A medication for motion sickness in dogs called Cerenia maropitant , is available, and is prescription-only from a licensed veterinarian.
Dramamine may also be used, however as with pediatric patients, it is weight-based. Speak with your veterinarian first. For people with mild motion sickness history which typically means that it does not interfere with your ability to function , the recommendations are for environmental modifications and complementary and alternative treatments mentioned above.
Medications are typically not recommended, given that side effects will typically outweigh the benefits. UC Davis Health. Brand names. Other uses for this medicine. What special precautions should I follow? Before taking dimenhydrinate, talk with your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to dimenhydrinate, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in the dimenhydrinate preparation.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist or check the package label for a list of the ingredients. Be sure to mention any of the following: aminoglycoside antibiotics such as such as amikacin Amikin , gentamicin Garamycin , kanamycin Kantrex , neomycin Neo-Rx, Neo-Fradin , netilmicin Netromycin , paromomycin Humatin , streptomycin, and tobramycin Tobi, Nebcin ; antidepressants such as amitriptyline Elavil , amoxapine Asendin , clomipramine Anafranil , desipramine Norpramin , doxepin Adapin, Sinequan , imipramine Tofranil , nortriptyline Aventyl, Pamelor , protriptyline Vivactil , and trimipramine Surmontil ; antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine; cough and cold medications; ipratropium Atrovent ; medications for anxiety, irritable bowel disease, mental illness, Parkinson's disease, seizures, ulcers, or urinary problems; narcotic or strong pain relievers or muscle relaxants; sedatives; sleeping pills; and tranquilizers.
Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects. If you become pregnant while taking dimenhydrinate, call your doctor. Do not drive a car, operate machinery, or participate in potentially dangerous activities until you know how this medication affects you.
Alcohol can make the side effects from dimenhydrinate worse. Dimenhydrinate chewable tablets contain aspartame that forms phenylalanine. Older adults should not usually take dimenhydrinate because it is not as safe or effective as other medications that can be used to treat the same condition. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet. Dimenhydrinate may cause side effects. Talk to your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: drowsiness excitement or hyperactivity especially in children headache new or worsening dizziness blurred vision ringing in the ears dry mouth, nose, or throat problems with coordination fainting dizziness nausea Some side effects can be serious.
If you experience the following symptom, call your doctor immediately: fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat Dimenhydrinate may cause other side effects. Symptoms of overdose may include: large pupils black circles in the centers of the eyes flushed face drowsiness or sleepiness excitation or hyperactivity hallucinations seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist difficulty understanding reality confusion difficulty speaking or swallowing unsteadiness seizures unresponsiveness or coma loss of consciousness for a period of time.
What other information should I know? Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about dimenhydrinate. Browse Drugs and Medicines.
Ask a doctor or a pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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