Dramamine

Dramamine is for adults and children who are at least 2 years old to treat or prevent nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.

Dramamine may also be used for other reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine in larger amounts or more often than directed.

For best results, take Dramamine 30 to 60 minutes before traveling or before any activity that may trigger motion sickness.

You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Inform your doctor if you are taking other medicines or have any other medical conditions or allergies.

You should not use Dramamine if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Dramamine is safe to use if you have or have ever had:

• an enlarged prostate or urination problems;
• breathing problems such as emphysema, or chronic bronchitis;
• glaucoma; or
• if you recently used alcohol, sedatives, or tranquilizers.

The chewable tablet of dimenhydrinate may contain phenylalanine. Tell your doctor before taking if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Dramamine may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor right away if you have:

• severe drowsiness;
• wheezing, trouble breathing, severe or worsening cough;
• blurred vision, eye pain or redness, seeing halos around lights; or
• painful or difficult urination.

Less serious side effects may be more likely, or you may not have any at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may happen. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Dramamine is used as needed. If you are following a dosing schedule, skip any missed dose. Do not take two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

• Avoid driving or doing anything dangerous until you know how Dramamine will affect you. Dizziness or drowsiness can lead to falls, accidents, or serious injuries.

• Avoid drinking alcohol. Drinking alcohol can make some side effects of dimenhydrinate worse.

Using Dramamine with other medications that cause drowsiness can make this effect stronger. Consult your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, sedative, tranquilizer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.

Other drugs may influence how Dramamine works, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking.