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Dramamine® is commonly used to treat or prevent nausea, vomiting, and dizziness associated with motion sickness.
Dimenhydrinate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time if you have taken dimenhydrinate in the past few days.
Dramamine® is best stored at room temperature away from direct light and moisture. To prevent drug damage, you should not store Dramamine® in the bathroom or the freezer. There may be different brands of Dramamine® that may have different storage needs. It is important to always check the product package for instructions on storage, or ask your pharmacist. For safety, you should keep all medicines away from children and pets.
You should not flush Dramamine® down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. It is important to properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Before using this drug, tell your doctor if:
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 2 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving an antihistamine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of antihistamines in very young children.
It is not known whether dimenhydrinate will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor’s advice if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether dimenhydrinate passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor’s advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
There are no adequate studies in women for determining risk when using Dramamine® during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Please always consult with your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before taking this Dramamine®. Dramamine® is pregnancy risk category B, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
FDA pregnancy risk category reference below:
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using dimenhydrinate and call your doctor at once if you have:
Side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, and confusion may be more likely in older adults.
Common side effects may include:
Not everyone experiences these side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about a side-effect, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Dramamine® may interact with other drugs that you are currently taking, which can change how your drug works or increase your risk for serious side effects. To avoid any potential drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. For your safety, do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any drugs without your doctor’s approval.
Dramamine® may interact with food or alcohol by altering the way the drug works or increase the risk for serious side effects. Please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist any potential food or alcohol interactions before using this drug.
Dramamine® may interact with your health condition. This interaction may worsen your health condition or alter the way the drug works. It is important to always let your doctor and pharmacist know all the health conditions you currently have.
Health conditions that may interact with this drug are:
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. You should ALWAYS consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using Dramamine® (dimenhydrinate).
Usual Adult Dose for Motion Sickness
Injectable: 50 to 100 mg IM or IV every 4 hours as needed; Maximum Dose: 400 mg within 24 hours.
Oral: Immediate Release: 50 to 100 mg every 4 to 6 hours as needed; Maximum Dose: 400 mg within 24 hours.
Extended Release: 100 mg every 8 to 12 hours as needed; Maximum Dose: 300 mg within 24 hours.
Rectal: 50 to 100 mg every 6 to 8 hours as needed.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Motion Sickness
Injectable:
Oral:
Rectal:
Dramamine® is available in the following dosage forms and strengths:
In case of an emergency or an overdose, call your local emergency services or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you miss a dose of Dramamine®, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose.
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