Antivert

The active ingredient in Antivert is meclizine hydrochloride, which is an antihistamine. It prevents histamine, a natural molecule in your body, from binding (attaching) to a region of your brain that causes nausea and vomiting.

Follow all directions given to you by your doctor and read all documents provided, including the full Prescribing Information, FDA-Approved Product Labeling, Instructions for Use, and Medication Guide before using Antivert. However, the following is a synopsis of the general guidelines for the use of Antivert:

• Take Antivert approximately an hour before you travel or anticipate experiencing motion sickness. You can take Antivert once every 24 hours when traveling to help avoid motion sickness.
• To treat vertigo, you may need to take Antivert multiple times each day. Follow your doctor's directions.
• This medication may affect the findings of allergy skin testing. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are taking this medication.
• If you miss a dose of Antivert, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take it at its next scheduled time. Do not take extra doses to make up for a missed dose.

The most common side effects of meclizine include:

• Dry mouth.
• Sleepiness or drowsiness.
• Fatigue.
• Vomiting.
• Constipation.
• Blurred vision.

Some individuals may experience serious side effects while using Antivert. These side effects may require immediate medical attention. If you experience any of the following, contact your healthcare provider or seek emergency medical help:

• Allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) symptoms such as throat closure, skin rash, hives, facial swelling, and difficulty breathing.
• Accidentally ingesting too much medication, which can cause a fast pulse, flushing, excessive tiredness, eyesight problems, and irritability in children.

These are not all of the possible side effects of Antivert. You should always seek medical advice from your healthcare provider for any questions or concerns about your medical condition or treatment. Read all patient information, medication guides, or drug information sheets that come with this medication. You can also report adverse effects to the Food and Drug Administration at www.fda.gov/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before starting Antivert, it is crucial to discuss any existing health conditions with your healthcare provider. You should be sure that your healthcare provider is aware of all your medical conditions, including if you have any of the following:

• Liver disease.
• Kidney disease.
• Asthma.
• Glaucoma.
• An enlarged prostate or problems urinating.
• An allergy to meclizine.
• Are taking any cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain relievers, sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, and seizure, depression, or anxiety medications that can all contribute to meclizine-induced tiredness. Drinking alcohol can also worsen some of the negative effects of meclizine.

You should not take Antivert if you are allergic to meclizine HCl or any of the inactive ingredients in the product.

It takes around one hour for the drug to begin working. This is why, if you're taking it to treat motion sickness, you should take it approximately an hour before engaging in the activity that may induce it.

When Antivert is taken with other prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements, it may change how they work or increase the frequency or severity of side effects. Make sure that you tell your healthcare professional about anything that you are taking to avoid any negative drug interactions, including:

• Combining Antivert with other medications that cause drowsiness may exacerbate this effect. Consult your doctor before taking an opioid, CNS depressants, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxant, or medicines for anxiety or seizures.
• Other anticholinergic medications.
• Chlorpromazine.
• Diphenhydramine.

Typical dose for Antivert:

Motion sickness (OTC meclizine): Adults and children aged 12 years or older: The typical dosage is 25 mg to 50 mg orally (or chewed for chewable tablets) once daily. Take it one hour before traveling or participating in an activity that may cause motion sickness.

Children under the age of 12: Contact your child's provider.

Vertigo (prescription meclizine): Adults and children aged 12 years and older (excluding Antivert, which is only used in adults) The normal daily dose ranges from 25 mg to 100 mg, divided into various doses and taken orally (or with chewable pills) throughout the day.

Store Antivert at room temperature and out of reach of children.

Casper Pharma is the pharmaceutical company that manufactures Antivert.

There are several lower-cost generics available of Antivert.

Do not stop taking meclizine abruptly, as this may cause your symptoms to reappear. If you need to discontinue taking it, consult with your doctor.

Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have any plans to become pregnant. They will know or recommend what is best for you.

Talk to your doctor if you are already breastfeeding or if you have any plans to breastfeed. They will know or recommend what is best for you.