Motion Sickness Drug Information
Generic name: DIMENHYDRINATE
Uses of Motion Sickness
For prevention and treatment of these symptoms associated with motion sickness: nausea vomiting dizziness
Dosage & Administration of Motion Sickness
Do not take more than directed to prevent motion sickness, the first dose should be taken one-half to one hour before starting activity to prevent or treat motion sickness, see below:
| adults and children 12 years and over | ■ take 1 to 2 tablets every 4-6 hours ■ do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor |
| children 6 to under 12 years | ■ give 1/2 to 1 tablet every 6-8 hours ■ do not give more than 3 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor |
| children 2 to under 6 years | ■ give 1/2 tablet every 6-8 hours ■ do not give more than 1 1/2 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor |
Side Effects of Motion Sickness
When using this product
marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic beverages use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Warnings & Cautions for Motion Sickness
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 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 alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic beverages 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 right away.
Drug Interactions with Motion Sickness
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
Pregnancy Safety for Motion Sickness
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Motion Sickness
For children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
Overdosage Information for Motion Sickness
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center 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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