Antivert is used to treat the symptoms of motion sickness – nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Antivert is an antihistamine which combats the effects of the natural chemical histamine. Antivert has been recommended for the treatment of vertigo and other conditions as well. Antivert is administered in the form of chewable tablets or capsules. When used for the treatment of the symptoms of motion sickness, Antivert should be administered an hour before traveling. If needed, it is safe to take Antivert every 24 hours. In cases of dizziness caused by an ear condition, follow prescription instructions. Follow strictly the directions in this leaflet and ask your doctor for clarifications and more detailed information on Antivert. Do not take Antivert more or less regularly or in different dosages than prescribed by your doctor. When administered in the form of tablets, Antivert may be chewed or swallowed whole.
Warnings Precautions
Antivert may cause drowsiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or perform any hazardous activities until you are fully aware of the side effects of Antivert. Antivert may aggravate the side effects of depressants and alcohol. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about drugs that may act as depressants. It is not clear whether Antivert is passed onto breast milk. Consult your doctor if you are breast-feeding and intend to use Antivert in order to determine the possible risk to nursing infants.
Missing a Dose
Since Antivert is taken to combat the effects of motion sickness when traveling, the likelihood of missing a dose is negligible. If you are taking Antivert on a regular basis and you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose and resume your normal schedule if it is almost time for your next dose. Never take two doses of Antivert at the same time.
Possible Side Effects
If you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty in breathing; throat congestion; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives), discontinue the treatment with Antivert and seek medical help immediately. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness; a dry mouth (may be relieved by sugarless gum, ice chips, saliva substitutes, or other products if particularly irritating); blurred vision; nervousness; insomnia; or constipation, continue taking Antivert and contact your doctor for advice. Other side effects other than the above-listed ones may occur and you should notify your doctor of any symptoms that appear unusual or are particularly unpleasant
Storage
Store at controlled room temperature 15?°-30?°C (59?°-86?° F). Keep container tightly closed and do not expose to direct light.
Overdose
Agitation, drowsiness, hallucinations, very slow or shallow breathing, and seizures are among the symptoms of an Antivert overdose. In case of a suspected overdose, seek medical help immediately.
More Information
Notify your doctor about any prescription or over-the-counter medicines that you might be taking and ask for clarifications should any of the instructions in this leaflet be unclear to you. Antivert should not be used by patients with a past history of hypersensitivity to this drug. Antivert may amplify the side effects of medications that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relief drugs, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants.
Antivert resources:
http://www.drugs.com/cons/Antivert.html
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/mecliz.htm
http://www.medicinenet.com/meclizine/article.htm
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