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Less Drowsy Motion Sickness Relief

MECLIZINE HCL

Standard Dose
Directions do not take more than directed take first dose 1/2 to 1 hour before starting activity adults and children 12 years and over: 1 to 2 tablets once daily, or as directed by a doctor
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses for the prevention and treatment of nausea, vomiting, or dizziness associated with motion sickness
Summary

Indications and usage Uses for the prevention and treatment of nausea, vomiting, or dizziness associated with motion sickness Dosage and administration Directions do not take more than directed take first dose 1/2 to 1 hour before starting activity adults and children 12 years and over: 1 to 2 tablets once daily, or as directed by a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings Do not use for children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

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Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses for the prevention and treatment of nausea, vomiting, or dizziness associated with motion sickness Dosage and administration Directions do not take more than directed take first dose 1/2 to 1 hour before starting activity adults and children 12 years and over: 1 to 2 tablets once daily, or as directed by a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings Do not use for children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

  • Warnings Do not use for children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
  • Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
  • When using this product drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
  • Keep out of reach of children.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.