Dimenhydrinate
Molecule Description
Dimenhydrinate is an antihistaminic medicine that is used for the prevention of
motion sickness or a feeling of discomfort and vomit while traveling.
Uses of Dimenhydrinate
- Motion sickness
- Inner ear disorder
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Radiation-induced nausea and vomiting
Contraindications of Dimenhydrinate
When should one not use Dimenhydrinate
- Allergy to this medicine
- Children below 2 years of age
- Seizure disorder
- Closed-angle glaucoma (eye condition caused due to extra pressure inside the eye)
- Prostate enlargement
- Peptic ulcer
- Bladder neck obstruction
- Emphysema
- Chronic bronchitis
- Bronchial asthma
- Arrhythmias
- Hepatic impairment
Side effects of Dimenhydrinate
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Unsteadiness
- Sleepiness
- Excitement
- Headache
- Sleep disturbances
- Restlessness
- Blurred vision
- Dry mouth
- Low blood pressure
- Pounding heartbeat
- Thickening of phlegm in the chest
- Ringing in the ear
- Skin rashes due to allergy
- Constipation
- Increased urinary frequency
Precautions and Warnings of Dimenhydrinate
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Dimenhydrinate during pregnancy?
A:
It is considered safe for use in pregnancy unless specified unsafe by your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Dimenhydrinate while breastfeeding?
A:
Larger doses or more prolonged use of this medicine may lead to cause effects in the infant or decrease the milk supply. This medicine passes into breast milk. Therefore it is probably unsafe to take this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Dimenhydrinate?
A:
This medicine can make you feel sleepy or can even blur your vision. If affected, do not drive.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Dimenhydrinate?
A:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with this medicine?
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
Yes, if you have any medical, surgical or allergic history.
Mode of Action of Dimenhydrinate
How Does It Work?
Dimenhydrinate works as an antiemetic, anti-motion sickness and anti-vertigo medicine. It acts by blocking certain chemical messengers, suppresses certain centres of the brain, cures middle ear imbalances that are responsible to cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness and vertigo....
Interactions of Dimenhydrinate
Interactions with other medicines
- CNS depressants, such as Diazepam, Alprazolam, Triazolam, Zolpidem, Mephobarbital, Phenobarbital, etc.
- Ototoxic medicines such as Gentamicin, Streptomycin, Neomycin, Aspirin (in large doses), Ibuprofen, Naproxen, etc.
- Tricyclic antihistaminic such as Promethazine
Interactions with food items
No information is available on interactions of Dimenhydrinate when taken with food, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.
Dietary Restrictions of Dimenhydrinate
No information is available on dietary restrictions while you are taking this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.
Dosage of Dimenhydrinate
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose of this medicine may be drowsiness, dilated pupils, flushed face, hallucinations, ataxia (loss of full control of bodily movements), convulsions, coma. Seek medical attention immediately in case of an overdose....
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose, take it as early as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Mahesh Muthe
MBBS
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What should I discuss with my healthcare expert before taking Dimenhydrinate?
A: Give a detailed account of your medical and surgical history. The doctor should also know about other health supplements like herbal medications, nutritional supplements that you may be taking before starting this medication.
References
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