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Motion Sickness Relief 50 mg/1

Dimenhydrinate 50mg · TABLET · Allegiant Health

No Recall History
Plain English

Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. This medication is available as an over-the-counter tablet that you take by mouth.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Motion Sickness Relief
Generic Name
Dimenhydrinate 50mg
NDC Code (Product)
69168-408
Manufacturer
Allegiant Health
Strength
50 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M009
Marketing Start
01/15/2012

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

off label use1,099 reports
nausea1,065 reports
fatigue912 reports
febrile neutropenia780 reports
dizziness739 reports
drug ineffective739 reports
headache655 reports
vomiting630 reports
diarrhoea592 reports
fall586 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses for prevention and treatment of these symptoms associated with motion sickness: nausea vomiting dizziness

Dosage & Administration

Directions to prevent motion sickness, the first dose should be taken one-half to one hour before starting activity adults and children 12 years and over 1 to 2 tablets every 4-6 hours; do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor children 6 to under 12 years 1/2 to 1 tablet every 6-8 hours; do not exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor children 2 to under 6 years 1/2 tablet every 6-8 hours; do not exceed 1&1/2 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor

Warnings

Warnings Do not use for children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery avoid alcoholic beverages If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Motion Sickness Relief used for?

Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. This medication is available as an over-the-counter tablet that you take by mouth.

Is Motion Sickness Relief a controlled substance?

Motion Sickness Relief is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Motion Sickness Relief?

The generic name for Motion Sickness Relief is Dimenhydrinate 50mg. There are no other listed brand versions of Dimenhydrinate 50mg.

What is the NDC code for Motion Sickness Relief 50 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Motion Sickness Relief 50 mg/1 is 69168-408, listed by Allegiant Health.

Product NDC

69168-408

Package NDC

69168-408-86

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