Uses of Dimenhydrinate

Dimenhydrinate is used to treat and prevent the symptoms of travel sickness, such as nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.

Therapeutic Category

Dimenhydrinate: Antiemetics

How Dimenhydrinate works

Dimenhydrinate works by reducing the body’s equilibrium disturbances and blocking certain receptors (responsible for causing nausea, vomiting, and dizziness), which results in preventing the occurrence of travel sickness and treating the associated symptoms.

Common side effects of Dimenhydrinate

• drowsiness, dizziness
• dry mouth
• blurred vision
• constipation

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• signs of an allergic reaction, such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, causing difficulty breathing

Health Tips for Dimenhydrinate

• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking dimenhydrinate, as it can increase drowsiness and impair coordination
• Do not drive or operate any machinery if you feel dizziness or drowsiness after taking dimenhydrinate
• Drink adequate fluids to prevent dehydration, especially if you experience dry mouth
• Limit caffeine intake, as it may exacerbate the nervousness associated with dimenhydrinate
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any pre-existing diseases before taking dimenhydrinate