Gravol

Gravol Long Acting Drug Information

• Gravol Overview

  Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting and dizziness caused by motion sickness when medication cannot be given by mouth. Dimenhydrinate injection should not be used in newborns because of an increased risk of side effects.

• How to Use Gravol

  Gravol is injected into a vein (IV), or it can be injected into a muscle by a health care professional, as directed by your doctor. Your Dosage of Gravol is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

• Gravol Precautions

  Before using dimenhydrinate, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to diphenhydramine; or if you have any other allergies. Gravol may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using Gravol, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history,breathing problems (such as asthma, emphysema), glaucoma, stomach problems (such as ulcers, obstruction), difficulty urinating (for example, due to an enlarged prostate gland), heart disease, high blood pressure, liver disease, seizures, overactive thyroid. Gravol may make you drowsy or blur your vision. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness or clear vision until you can do it safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of Gravol. Gravol can often cause excitement in young children instead of drowsiness. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of Gravol, especially drowsiness, confusion, constipation, or trouble urinating. Drowsiness and confusion can increase the risk of falling. Gravol should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using Gravol. Gravol passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

• Gravol Misdose

  For the best possible benefit, it is important to receive each scheduled dose of Gravol as directed. If you miss a dose of Gravol, contact your doctor or pharmacist right away to establish a new dosing schedule.

• Gravol Interactions

  Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.antihistamines applied to the skin (such as diphenhydramine cream, ointment, spray). Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other products that cause drowsiness such as opioid pain or cough relievers (such as codeine, hydrocodone), alcohol, marijuana (cannabis), drugs for sleep or anxiety (such as alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants (such as carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), or other antihistamines (such as cetirizine, diphenhydramine). Check the labels on all your medicines (such as allergy or cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely. Gravol may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including allergy skin test), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use Gravol.

• Gravol Side Effects

  Drowsiness, constipation, blurred vision, or dry mouth/nose/throat may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use a saliva substitute. Remember that your doctor has prescribed Gravol because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Gravol do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects,mental/mood changes (such as restlessness, confusion), fast/irregular heartbeat, shaking (tremor), difficulty urinating. Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects,seizures. A very serious allergic reaction to Gravol is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction,rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

  List of Gravol Long Acting side effects

• Gravol Storage

  Not applicable. Gravol is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.