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Meclizine is used to prevent and control nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It is also used for vertigo (dizziness or lightheadedness) caused by ear problems.

Meclizine is an antihistamine. It works to block the signals to the brain that cause nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

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Travel-Ease

Generic name: meclizine [  MEK-li-zeen  ] Brand names: Antivert , Bonine , Bonine Max, Dramamine Less Drowsy , Dramamine Nausea Long Lasting, Travel-Ease Drug class: Anticholinergic antiemetics

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What is Travel-Ease?

Travel-Ease is used in adults and children aged 12 years and older to treat or prevent nausea , vomiting and dizziness caused by motion sickness .

Travel-Ease is also used in adults to treat symptoms of vertigo (dizziness or spinning sensation) caused by disease that affects your inner ear.

Travel-Ease may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Travel-Ease side effects

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

Common side effects of Travel-Ease may include:

drowsiness ;

dry mouth ;

vomiting; or

feeling tired.

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

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Travel-Ease if you are allergic to it.

Do not give Travel-Ease to anyone younger than 12 years old without medical advice.

Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had:

breathing problems such as asthma , emphysema , or chronic bronchitis ;

an enlarged prostate or urination problems;

recently used alcohol, sedatives, or tranquilizers; or

liver or kidney disease.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I take Travel-Ease?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.

You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.

To prevent motion sickness, take Travel-Ease about 1 hour before you travel or anticipate having motion sickness. You may take this medicine once every 24 hours while you are traveling, to further prevent motion sickness.

To treat vertigo, you may need to take Travel-Ease several times daily. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Travel-Ease is used when needed. If you are on a dosing schedule, skip any missed dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

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

What should I avoid while taking Travel-Ease?

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how Travel-Ease will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

Avoid drinking alcohol. Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.

What other drugs will affect Travel-Ease?

Using Travel-Ease with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures .

Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medicines at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you use, which may increase side effects or make the medicines less effective.

Other drugs may affect Travel-Ease, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products . Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

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  • Motion sickness is also known as travel sickness, car sickness or sea sickness.
  • If you have motion sickness, you are likely to have nausea and may vomit and feel clammy.
  • You can help prevent motion sickness by looking outside of the vehicle or focusing on the horizon.
  • Symptoms usually end once the motion stops.
  • You can try travel sickness treatments to help prevent motion sickness.

What is motion sickness?

Motion sickness is feeling unwell when moving on any type of transport. It is also known as ‘travel sickness’, 'car sickness' or 'sea sickness'. It is a normal response to certain types of movement.

There are a few ways to prevent and manage motion sickness.

What are the symptoms of motion sickness?

Nausea is the main symptom of motion sickness. But you might also experience other symptoms, including:

  • vomiting or retching
  • cold sweating
  • lack of appetite
  • dry mouth or excess saliva
  • increased sensitivity to smell

If you are prone to motion sickness, you may quickly feel sick if you read a book or look at your phone when in a moving vehicle.

You might feel better after vomiting, and symptoms will generally improve once you stop moving. But you can also feel the after-effects of motion sickness for a few hours or a few days before fully recovering.

What causes motion sickness?

Motion sickness is thought to be caused by your senses being confused when what you see is different to the signals felt by your inner ear balance system .

If you are feeling anxious about travel, this can make motion sickness worse.

You can get motion sick when:

  • travelling by car, bus, boat, train or aeroplane
  • on amusement park rides
  • playing virtual reality video games or simulations

Motion sickness is a common problem. It is most frequent in children aged between 2 and 12 years. If other family members get motion sickness, it is more likely that you will too.

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If you already have a condition that causes nausea, such as morning sickness or migraines , you may be more likely to experience motion sickness.

How is motion sickness diagnosed?

You don’t need to see a doctor or get any tests for a diagnosis of motion sickness. There is a pattern of feeling unwell during travel or movement, so you will probably know if you have it.

If you often feel dizzy or nauseous at other times too, discuss this with your doctor.

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How is motion sickness treated and prevented?

Practical tips.

Here are some tips for preventing motion sickness:

  • Look out of the window, and focus on the horizon instead of looking at a book or a screen.
  • Try to sit or lie still and rest your head on a pillow or headrest.
  • Sit close to the front of a car, bus or train.
  • If flying, sit still and close your eyes during take-off and landing.
  • Listen to music and breathe mindfully .
  • Open the window or air vent for fresh air.
  • Eat lightly before and during the trip and avoid alcohol. Sip water instead.

Pressure bands worn on your wrists may help prevent motion sickness in some people.

If you are travelling by sea, after a few days of exposure to the motion you will likely adapt and get used to it.

You can try taking travel sickness medicines to prevent motion sickness. These may include:

  • antihistamines
  • antiemetics (medications to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting)

There might be side effects, such as drowsiness. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice on what to take. Getting advice is especially important:

  • for children
  • if you are taking other medicines
  • if you are pregnant

If you are using a travel sickness medicine, you should take it about half an hour before travel. If you have motion sickness and you already feel nauseous, it is probably too late to take a medicine. Eating a few plain crackers or having a clear, fizzy drink may help.

If you or your child regularly suffer from motion sickness, make sure you have a container, plastic bags and wipes handy. Take a break for some fresh air when needed.

Resources and support

Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to prevent and treat motion sickness.

Visit the Australian Government Smart Traveller website for more travel health advice.

You can also call the healthdirect helpline on 1800 022 222 (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria). A registered nurse is available to speak with 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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If you're going on a cruise, seasickness can be a major problem. There are many preventative measures you can take to mitigate this issue including wearing an eye patch to reduce visual stimulus, staying hydrated, and using ginger supplements, but sometimes these aren't enough. If you want to enjoy your trip to the fullest, you need sea sickness medication. These medicines help reduce the symptoms of nausea and vomiting while calming your stomach, making it easier for your body to cope with any movement that may occur while sailing at sea. We’ve compiled a list of some of the great sea sickness medicines of 2024 that can help with your next trip at sea.

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  • 1 Types of Sea Sickness Medicines
  • 2 Prescription medicines
  • 3 Over-the-counter medicines 
  • 4 Homeopathic sea sickness medicines
  • 5 Tips for Using Sea Sickness Medicines Effectively 
  • 6 Avoid looking in the opposite direction
  • 7 Look outside the window
  • 8 Switch places
  • 9 Get some fresh air
  • 10 Distract yourself
  • 11 Pick your seat carefully
  • 12 Eat healthy food before traveling

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Dramamine Sea Sickness Medicine

Dramamine Sea Sickness Medicine is the number one doctor-recommended medicine that combines the clinically-tested ginger dosage with non-drowsy active ingredients to soothe an upset stomach quickly, so you can enjoy your cruise without any worries. Infused with natural ginger, this sea sickness medicine helps prevent nausea, vomiting, and dizziness associated with motion sickness. 

Free from artificial colors and flavors, it’s safe for children and is non-addictive, making it a good option for long-term use. This sea sickness medicine comes in tablet form, so you can just swallow it with some water. With its safe formula and amazing results, this sea sickness medicine has earned the top spot on our list. 

  • Provides fast relief without any side effects
  • Made with natural ginger 
  • Contain 36 capsules per pack
  • Some may not like the ginger taste

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Bonine Sea Sickness Medicine

Don’t let motion sickness ruin your trip! Instead, consider taking Bonine Sea Sickness Medicine. Formulated with meclizine hydrochloride, a safe and effective antihistamine, this medicine mitigates the effects of vomiting, nausea, and vertigo. Because it causes minimal drowsiness, you can even use it before road trips or flights. 

This sea sickness medicine works within an hour and offers motion sickness relief for up to 24 hours so you can keep your wits about you even if the waves start to get rough. Suitable for both kids and adults, this sea sickness medicine won’t make you drowsy or cause headaches. It comes in chewable tablets and has a fruity flavor, so it’s easy for anyone to take.

  • Offers up to 24 hours of relief
  • Safe for kids 12 years and older
  • Comes in a fruity raspberry flavor
  • Might cause dry mouth

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Rugby Sea Sickness Medicine

The Rugby Sea Sickness Medicine is the perfect addition to your travel first aid kit — whether you’re on the water, flying, or driving cross-country. Featuring 25 mg of meclizine HCL, this sea sickness medicine blocks the action of acetylcholine in the brain, preventing nausea, vomiting, and dizziness while calming the stomach. 

Available in a package of three containers with 100 tablets each, this sea sickness medicine is enough to get you through your next cruise or long plane ride without feeling sick to your stomach. If you’re taking other medication that includes meclizine as one of its ingredients then make sure this sea sickness medicine doesn’t conflict with your current regimen.

  • Comes in a pack of three
  • Available at an affordable price
  • Chewable tablets are easy to take
  • Might be a bit bitter

Most Versatile

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Sea-Band Sea Sickness Medicine

If you’re looking for a way to combat seasickness, Sea-Band Sea Sickness is your best bet. Made with natural ginger, this sea sickness medicine helps with morning sickness, chemotherapy-induced nausea, and post-operative nausea, so you can get through these difficult moments of life with ease. 

Formulated with non-drowsy ingredients, it won’t cause side effects and can be used before you even feel sick, making it a great preemptive measure! Available in a pack of 24 gummies, this sea sickness medicine comes in convenient packaging, making it easy to carry with you on your next adventure.

  • Works immediately for seasickness
  • Provides migraine and anxiety relief
  • Soothing ginger flavor
  • Might wear off quickly

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Equate Sea Sickness Medicine

When you’re out on the water, or just traveling by car, train, or plane, it can be hard to keep yourself from feeling sick. But with the Equate Sea Sickness Medicine, you’ll be able to stay upright and alert through it all. Available in a bottle of 100 tablets, each pill contains 50 mg of dimenhydrinate, which works by blocking histamine receptors in your body, helping to relieve nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness.

These tablets are safe and effective, and they come at a price that’s hard to beat. You must follow the directions on the package closely when taking this medication and do not exceed the recommended dosage or use more than one dose at a time without first consulting your doctor.

  • Convenient and easy to use
  • Safe, fast-acting formula
  • Available over the counter
  • Great for short trips
  • Might be hard to swallow

Buying Guide to Finding Sea Sickness Medicine

While there are prescription medicines that can treat motion sickness, mild to severe episodes can be treated with over-the-counter medicines. But how do you choose the right sea sickness medicine when there are so many options available? We’ve put together this detailed buying guide to simplify your choice so you can pick the perfect sea sickness medicine for your needs.

Types of Sea Sickness Medicines

Prescription medicines.

For many people, prescription scopolamine transdermal strips or pills can effectively treat seasickness. While scopolamine minimizes nausea and headaches, it might not be an ideal choice for those with glaucoma, urinary tract problems, gastrointestinal system issues, or breathing problems. 

Over-the-counter medicines 

Many people find that they can control or completely eliminate the unpleasantness of sea sickness by taking over-the-counter antihistamines, which you can purchase without a doctor’s consultation or prescription. You shouldn’t take any strong antihistamine before driving because it may cause sleepiness, sore throat, trouble urinating, and impaired vision. Even though these side effects are often mild, they can put your life in danger if you’re driving on your own.

We recommend taking an antihistamine roughly half an hour before boarding a plane or heading out on a cruise if you’re prone to seasickness. The efficacy of the antihistamine is significantly decreased if you wait until you feel nauseous before taking it.

Homeopathic sea sickness medicines

The idea behind homeopathic remedies is that even small doses of medicine might actually help cure the symptoms. Although homeopathy is not well supported by science, many individuals report feeling better after using them. Numerous homeopathic remedies for motion sickness often contain nux vomica, an extract from the nux vomica tree’s nuts. If you’re allergic to nuts, these might not be the ideal choice for you.

Tips for Using Sea Sickness Medicines Effectively 

Avoid looking in the opposite direction.

While many people benefit from sea sickness medicines, the greatest therapy is to prevent sea sickness in the first place. Always look the same way you’re moving and avoid sitting on backward-facing seats on boats, trains, or buses. 

Look outside the window

For many individuals, looking at a novel, tablet, smartphone, or other stationary objects inside a moving vessel — such as a boat or bus — makes them feel sick. Instead, you should look at the surrounding beauty or turn your eyes to the sky to avoid motion sickness. 

Switch places

While some people feel better standing up, others feel better lying down. If you’re unsure which position suits you best, you should try switching positions whenever you can to see if one feels better than another.

Get some fresh air

If you’re traveling on a cruise that offers open-air seating, try to sit there. You can also try moving onto the boat’s deck since fresh air helps prevent sea sickness.

Distract yourself

Try to talk to someone, listen to music, enjoy the view, or meditate to distract yourself from feeling sick.

Pick your seat carefully

Sit in the most stable position possible in your means of transportation if you usually feel sea sick. We recommend avoiding sitting on the lower decks of a cruise ship. You should also avoid the stern of a smaller boat, which may be more stable than the front, but has a pungent fuel smell that may make you feel uncomfortable.

Eat healthy food before traveling

Avoid fatty, acidic, or heavy foods before your travel, and limit your alcohol consumption. Drink water or fizzy beverages to stay hydrated while traveling, which may help control or mitigate your feelings of sea sickness.

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Absolutely, but be sure to choose the medicine wisely. While the majority of healthy people may use over-the-counter antihistamines without any issues, those who have hypertension, thyroid issues, glaucoma, bladder infections, an enlarged prostate, or renal illness should consult a doctor first. 

Traveling on the water may cause more turbulence than traveling on the road or in the air, so it’s best to consult with your pharmacist and choose an over-the-counter medicine that’s known for controlling or treating sea sickness specifically.

Sadly, there is no proven method of treating sea sickness that always works. Although most individuals feel better after using these medicines, some patients get little benefit from them. Numerous research supports the fact that antihistamines provide relief to many people.

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Avomine tablets can offer lasting relief in one dose, can be used to prevent travel sickness for either long or short journeys.

These tablets work by blocking the histamine receptors, which prevents disturbances in the middle ear from activating the vomiting centre.

Adults and Children over 10 years:

For the prevention of travel sickness on long journeys eg cruises or long distance coaches:

Take one tablet each night at bedtime starting the night before you travel.

For the prevention of travel sickness on short journeys:

Take one tablet one or two hours before travelling.

Treatment of travel sickness:

Take one tablet as soon as you feel sick followed by a second tablet the same evening. Take a third tablet the next evening if necessary.

Nausea and vomiting due to other causes:

One tablet each night is usually enough, but two or three tablets may be required by some patients. These can be taken at intervals during the day, but it is often not necessary for more than 4 tablets to be needed in any 24 hour period.

Children over 10 years:

Use the lower dose of ONE tablet

Children 5 - 10 years

Not suitable for children under 5 years old

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My cause drowsiness, if affected do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcoholic drink. Not to be taken during pregnancy except on medical advice.

Always read the patient informtion leaflet before using this medicine

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Various medicines are available to treat nausea . They work in different ways to one another. These medicines are not usually started until your doctor is sure what has caused your nausea. This is because knowing the cause helps your doctor to choose the right medicine for you. If they are required then any medicine usually only needs to be taken for a few days. Most people are able to take these medicines.

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The medicines for nausea used are sometimes called antiemetics. Some of these medicines work on the gut and speed up how quickly food moves through it. Other medicines work on the brain and block signals to the vomiting centre. Listed below are some of the more commonly prescribed medicines:

  • Cinnarizine , cyclizine , promethazine - these medicines belong to a group of medicines called antihistamines . The exact way that they work is not fully understood. It is thought that antihistamines block histamine 1 (H1) receptors in the area of the brain which creates nausea in response to chemicals in the body. They are thought to work well for nausea caused by a number of conditions including ear problems and motion (travel) sickness.
  • Hyoscine - this medicine works by blocking a chemical in the brain called acetylcholine. It is a type of medicine called an antimuscarinic (or anticholinergic). It works well for nausea caused by ear problems and motion sickness.
  • Chlorpromazine , haloperidol , perphenazine, prochlorperazine , levomepromazine - these medicines work by blocking a chemical in the brain called dopamine. They are useful for nausea that is caused by some cancers, radiation and opiate medicines such as morphine and codeine. Prochlorperazine (or brand name Stemetil®) is one of the most used medicines for nausea. It works for many common causes of nausea, including vertigo, ear problems and sickness in pregnancy.
  • Metoclopramide - this medicine works directly on your gut. It eases the feelings of sickness by helping to empty the stomach and speed up how quickly food moves through the gut. It is often used for people with sickness due to gut problems or migraine. It is not usually used for more than a few days.
  • Domperidone - this medicine works on the CTZ. (CTZ stands for chemoreceptor trigger zone.) It also speeds up the emptying of the gut. It is not usually used for more than a few days. The use of domperidone is strictly regulated following a 2014 warning about the risk of cardiac (to do with the heart) side-effects. It is no longer available over the counter and should only be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time.
  • Dexamethasone - this is a steroid medicine. It is a man-made version of a natural hormone produced by your own body. Dexamethasone has a wide range of actions on many parts of the body. The reason why it reduces nausea is not clear.
  • Granisetron , ondansetron , and palonosetron - these medicines work by blocking a chemical called serotonin (5-HT) in the gut, and the brain. Serotonin (5-HT) has an action in the gut and the brain to cause nausea. These medicines are useful for controlling nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.
  • Aprepitant and fosaprepitant - these are newer medicines and work by blocking a chemical that acts on neurokinin receptors in the body to cause nausea. They are sometimes called neurokinin-1 receptor antagonists. They are usually given to people on a certain type of chemotherapy.
  • Nabilone - it is still not clear how this medicine works to control nausea. It is normally prescribed for people who are having chemotherapy.

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Medicines for nausea are usually only prescribed once your doctor is sure what is causing your feeling of sickness (nausea). This is because, in a lot of cases, if you treat the condition causing your nausea, it will go away. For example, if your nausea is caused by taking too much of a particular medicine, your doctor will reduce the dose and your nausea will often go away.

If the cause of your nausea is not known, your doctor can still prescribe a medicine for you but it is much better to know what the cause is so the right medicine can be chosen.

The choice of medicine depends on various factors, including:

  • What is causing your feeling of sickness (nausea).
  • Whether you have any other medical conditions.
  • Whether you are pregnant.
  • Possible side-effects of the medicines.

It is not possible to list all the conditions that can cause nausea and which treatments are usually prescribed. However, some examples include:

  • Motion (travel) sickness : hyoscine is the most effective medicine for motion sickness. Promethazine, cyclizine, or cinnarizine also work well. See the separate leaflet called Motion Sickness (Travel Sickness) for more detail .
  • Pregnancy : if you are pregnant, your doctor will usually prefer not to treat nausea and being sick (vomiting) with medicines unless the symptoms are severe. However, if it is decided that you need treatment, generally promethazine, prochlorperazine, or metoclopramide may be prescribed. This is because they are not thought to harm the unborn baby. See the separate leaflet called Morning Sickness in Pregnancy for more detail .
  • Migraine : both metoclopramide and domperidone work well for nausea caused by a migraine. See the separate leaflet called Migraine Medication, Treatment and Prevention for more detail .
  • Chemotherapy : it is not unusual to take a combination of different medicines to control nausea and vomiting if you have chemotherapy. Some chemotherapy medicines are more likely than others to cause nausea and vomiting. If you have chemotherapy that has a low risk of nausea, your doctor will usually prescribe metoclopramide or domperidone. If you have chemotherapy that has a high risk of nausea, three medicines that work in a different way to each other may be prescribed - for example, ondansetron, dexamethasone and aprepitant. See the separate leaflet called Chemotherapy for more detail.

It is not possible to list all the possible side-effects of each of these medicines in this leaflet. However, as with all medicines, there are a number of side-effects that have been reported. To see the side-effects specific to your medicine, see the information leaflet that came with your medicine.

Common side-effects may include:

  • Constipation .
  • Headaches .
  • Drowsiness or tiredness.
  • Trouble with sleeping ( insomnia ).
  • Indigestion .

However, the side-effects are different with each different medicine. Most side-effects are not serious and each person may react differently to these medicines. Usually most people do not get the side-effects listed; however, they can happen to some people.

How to use the Yellow Card Scheme

If you think you have had a side-effect to one of your medicines you can report this on the Yellow Card Scheme. You can do this online at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard .

The Yellow Card Scheme is used to make pharmacists, doctors and nurses aware of any new side-effects that medicines or any other healthcare products may have caused. If you wish to report a side-effect, you will need to provide basic information about:

  • The side-effect.
  • The name of the medicine which you think caused it.
  • The person who had the side-effect.
  • Your contact details as the reporter of the side-effect.

It is helpful if you have your medication - and/or the leaflet that came with it - with you while you fill out the report.

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Further reading and references

British National Formulary (BNF) ; NICE Evidence Services (UK access only)

Flake ZA, Linn BS, Hornecker JR ; Practical selection of antiemetics in the ambulatory setting. Am Fam Physician. 2015 Mar 191(5):293-6.

Becker DE ; Nausea, vomiting, and hiccups: a review of mechanisms and treatment. Anesth Prog. 2010 Winter57(4):150-6

Domperidone: risks of cardiac side effects. MHRA ; 2014

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