Generic name: dimenhydrinate [ dye-men-HYE-dri-nate ]
Brand names: Dramamine, Driminate, Triptone, Hydrate, Dramoject,
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Dosage forms: oral tablet (50 mg); oral tablet, chewable (50 mg)
Drug class:Anticholinergic antiemetics
What is dimenhydrinate?
Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body.
Dimenhydrinate is 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.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use dimenhydrinate if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use dimenhydrinate if you have other medical conditions, especially:
liver or kidney disease;
enlarged prostate and urination problems;
heart disease, high pressure;
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