GENERIC NAME: MECLIZINE, CYCLIZINE - ORAL (MECK-lih-zeen, SYE-klih-zeen)

BRAND NAME(S): Antivert, Bonine, Dramamine II, Marezine

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

USES: This medication is used to prevent or treat nausea, vomiting and dizziness caused by motion sickness or middle ear infections.

HOW TO USE: For motion sickness, take the first dose 30 minutes before traveling. For other conditions, take exactly as directed by your doctor. Chewable tablets must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing.

SIDE EFFECTS: May cause drowsiness, blurred vision, stomach upset, headache or dry mouth. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Since this medication may cause drowsiness, use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: glaucoma, prostate problems, urinary problems, asthma, any allergies you have. Alcohol may intensify the drowsiness effect of this drug. Limit alcohol intake and use caution performing tasks that require alertness such as driving and operating machinery. Do not give meclizine to a child under 12 years of age without a doctor's permission. Before using this medication, inform your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known if this medication is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of drugs that have a drowsiness effect such as: medications for cough/colds and allergies, drugs used for sleep, anti-seizure medications, narcotic pain drugs (e.g., codeine), barbiturates (e.g., phenobarbital), tranquilizers. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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