MECLIZINE

Overview

MECLIZINE is a Schedule G drug.

Meclizine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Meclizine is used to treat or prevent nausea, vomiting and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It is also used to treat symptoms of vertigo (dizziness or spinning sensation) caused by disease that affects your inner ear.

Usage

MECLIZINE can address symptoms like: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Spinning Sensation

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

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: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with increased eye pressure, enlarged prostate, urinary obstruction, asthma, any allergy, liver or kidney impairment , who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children less than 12 years old.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MECLIZINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

MECLIZINE : Drowsiness, Dry Mouth

Rare Side-Effects

MECLIZINE : Eyes Blurred Vision

Disease Interactions

MECLIZINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

MECLIZINE 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 MECLIZINE as Ingredient

BOUQUET M TABVITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) , MECLIZINE
DILIGAN 25MG TABMECLIZINE 25.0 MG
DILIGAN 50MG TABMECLIZINE 50.0 MG
PNV 25MG/50MG TABVITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 50.0 MG, MECLIZINE 25.0 MG
PNV PLUS 25MG/2.5MG TABMECLIZINE 25.0 MG, FOLIC ACID 2.5 MG
PNV TABVITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 50 MG, MECLIZINE 25 MG
PREGNIDOXIN TABMECLIZINE 25 MG, CAFFEINE 20 MG
PREGNITAB MCZ TABMECLIZINE 25.0 MG, CAFFEINE 20.0 MG
VOMINOS 25MG TABMECLIZINE 25.0 MG
VOMINOS TABMECLIZINE 25 MG, FOLIC ACID 2.5 MG