Help For Motion Sickness In Middlesex
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The most common signs and symptoms of motion sickness include: Nausea and vomiting. Pale skin. Cold sweats. Dizziness. Headache. Increased salivation. Fatigue.
These are the most commonly used medications for motion sickness, and they're available in any drug store and in many supermarkets. Cyclizine (Marezine) and dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) are two major ones.
But if you'd like to try overcoming motion sickness for good, here are some techniques. Take control of the situation. Curb your consumption. Get into position. Equalize your sensory cues. Talk yourself down. Get desensitized. Pre-treat with ginger. Get in touch with your pressure points.
Bonine and Dramamine are similar OTC medications for motion sickness. Dramamine contains dimenhydrinate, which starts working more quickly but causes more drowsiness. Bonine contains meclizine, which provides long-lasting effects and is associated with less drowsiness.
However, many studies show that as a whole, Dramamine is more effective at preventing motion sickness. It's less convenient because of the dosing increments. Another option is scopolamine, which is commonly known as the round patch placed behind one's ear.
Scopolamine (Transderm Scop). Most commonly prescribed medication for motion sickness. You have to take it before symptoms start.
The most frequently used antihistamines to treat motion sickness include cyclizine, dimenhydrinate, meclizine, and promethazine (oral and suppository); nonsedating antihistamines appear to be less effective.
How to ease motion sickness yourself reduce motion – sit in the front of a car or in the middle of a boat. look straight ahead at a fixed point, such as the horizon. breathe fresh air if possible – for example, by opening a car window. close your eyes and breathe slowly while focusing on your breathing.
However, many studies show that as a whole, Dramamine is more effective at preventing motion sickness. It's less convenient because of the dosing increments. Another option is scopolamine, which is commonly known as the round patch placed behind one's ear.
Options include prescription scopolamine patches (Transderm Scop) and over-the-counter antihistamine pills, like dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) and meclizine (Bonine). Studies suggest that scopolamine patches work just as well as dimenhydrinate, but better than meclizine. They may be less sedating than antihistamines, too.
