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GENERIC NAME: MECLIZINE AND NICOTINIC ACID ORAL (MECK-lih-zeen/NYE-uh-sin)

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is used treat vertigo (dizziness), certain headaches or radiation sickness.

HOW TO USE: This medication is taken before meals, usually three times a day. If bothersome flushing occurs, take the drug immediately after meals.

SIDE EFFECTS: Frequently, short periods of skin flushing, sensations of warmth, tingling or itching, occur after a dose. If these continue or are bothersome, notify your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: excessive drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea, fatigue. Very unlikely but report: blurred vision, diarrhea. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088. Need help identifying pills and medications? Use the pill identifier tool on RxList.