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Bonine (meclizine HCl)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

Meclizine, a piperazine-derivative antihistamine, is an antiemetic.

USES: Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems.

Generic name: meclizine HCl
Pronunciation: (MEK-li-zeen)

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Bonine:

  • Vertigo

Dosing

For the prevention and treatment of nausea, vomiting, and/or vertigo associated with motion sickness, the usual oral dosage of meclizine hydrochloride in adults and children 12 years of age or older is 25-50 mg once daily or as directed by a physician. For the prevention of motion sickness, 25-50 mg of the drug may be given 1 hour before exposure to motion.

For the control of vertigo associated with diseases affecting the vestibular system, the usual adult dosage is 25-100 mg daily, administered in divided doses.

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data