DIMENHYDRINATE

Overview

DIMENHYDRINATE is a Schedule G drug.
Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body.Dimenhydrinate is used to treat or prevent nausea, vomiting, and dizziness associated with motion sickness.Dimenhydrinate is used in the treatment of allergy symptoms and motion sickness.Dimenhydrinate is an antihistaminic medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions.

Usage

DIMENHYDRINATE is generally used to treat: Motion Sickness
DIMENHYDRINATE can address symptoms like: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
• Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Dimenhydrinate, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
• You should not use dimenhydrinate if you are allergic to it.
• Always ask a doctor before giving an antihistamine to a child.
• Death can occur from the misuse of antihistamines in very young children.
• Do not use this medicine without a doctor’s advice if you are pregnant.
• Do not use this medicine without a doctor’s advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
• Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.For best results, take dimenhydrinate 30 to 60 minutes before traveling or before any activity that may trigger motion sickness.
• You may take dimenhydrinate with or without food.
• The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DIMENHYDRINATE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Hallucinations, Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils

Common Side-Effects

DIMENHYDRINATE : Hypotension, Palpitation, Tinnitus, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Eyes Blurred Vision, Restless Or Irritability, Head Headache, Dizziness

Serious Side-Effects

DIMENHYDRINATE : Seizure, Irregular Heartbeat, Mood Swings, Difficulty Urinating

Rare Side-Effects

DIMENHYDRINATE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin

Disease Interactions

DIMENHYDRINATE can interfere with: Glaucoma, Urinary Retention, Premature Aging, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

DIMENHYDRINATE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGIC ANTIEMETICS / ANTIEMETIC/ANTIVERTIGO AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DIMENHYDRINATE as Ingredient

CIMENZA 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG
CINZINE PLUS TAB	CINNARIZINE , DIMENHYDRINATE
DIZILIV 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG
DIZIRON D 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG
DIZITAC 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG
DIZITAC TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40 MG, CINNARIZINE 20 MG
DRAMINATE 50MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 50 MG
GEMVERT 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG
GRAVOL 50MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 50.0 MG
SPINFREE MD-TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40 MG, CINNARIZINE 20 MG
SPINFREE TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40 MG, CINNARIZINE 20 MG
STUGERON PLUS TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40 MG, CINNARIZINE 20 MG
VERTIDIZ 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG
VERTIGEN TAB	CINNARIZINE , DIMENHYDRINATE
VERTIZAC 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG
VERTIZAC TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40 MG, CINNARIZINE 20 MG
VOMIVERT 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG
ZIPVERT 20MG/40MG TAB	DIMENHYDRINATE 40.0 MG, CINNARIZINE 20.0 MG