Dimenhydrinate Drug Information
Generic name: DIMENHYDRINATE
Uses of Dimenhydrinate
for the prevention and treatment of nausea, vomiting, or dizziness associated with motion sickness
Dosage & Administration of Dimenhydrinate
■ to prevent motion sickness, the first dose should be taken one-half to one hour before starting activity ■ adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 to 2 tablets every 4-6 hours; not to exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor ■ children 6 to under 12 years of age: 1/2 to 1 tablet every 6-8 hours; not to exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor ■ children 2 to under 6 years of age: 1/2 tablet every 6-8 hours; not to exceed 1 1/2 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor
Side Effects of Dimenhydrinate
When using this product
marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Warnings & Cautions for Dimenhydrinate
Do not use for children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis difficulty in urination due to an enlargement of the prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Drug Interactions with Dimenhydrinate
Pregnancy Safety for Dimenhydrinate
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Dimenhydrinate
for children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
Overdosage Information for Dimenhydrinate
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
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