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ANTIVERT
MECLIZINE, CYCLIZINE - ORAL
(MECK-lih-zeen, SYE-klih-zeen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Antivert, Bonine, Dramamine II, Marezine
ANTIVERT USES:
This medication is used to prevent or treat nausea, vomiting and
dizziness caused by motion sickness or middle ear infections.
HOW TO USE ANTIVERT :
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.
ANTIVERT 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.
ANTIVERT OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
unusual excitability, drowsiness, hallucinations, very slow or shallow
breathing, and seizures.
ANTIVERT NOTES:
Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it
is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose
and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up.
ANTIVERT STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
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