Meclizine



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  • Contains / Salt: Meclizine


Meclizine Information



Meclizine Benefits & Uses

Meclizine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Meclizine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Motion Sickness
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: 1 hour before travel
Geriatric
  • Disease: Motion Sickness
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: 1 hour before travel
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Motion Sickness
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: 1 hour before travel


Meclizine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Meclizine is used -

Moderate

  • Blurred vision

Mild

Unknown

Meclizine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Meclizine safe for pregnant women?


    Meclizine is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Meclizine safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Meclizine. If you see any side effects, stop taking Meclizine immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Meclizine again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Meclizine on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Meclizine on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Meclizine on the Liver?


    Side effects of Meclizine rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Meclizine on the Heart?


    Meclizine is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Meclizine with Other Drugs

Meclizine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Meclizine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meclizine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Meclizine

  • Is this Meclizine habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Meclizine.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Meclizine can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Meclizine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Meclizine is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Meclizine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Meclizine


    Taking Meclizine with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Meclizine


    Taking Meclizine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Antivert® (meclizine HCl)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 663

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 46-47



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