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Meclizine

Also indexed as: Antivert, Bonamine, Bonikraft, Histamethizine, Medivert, Sea-Legs

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Meclizine is used to prevent nausea, vomiting, and dizziness associated with motion sickness, and may be effective in treating vertigo associated with inner ear conditions. It is in a class of drugs known as antihistamines.

Summary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
In some cases, a herb or supplement may appear in more than one category, which may seem contradictory. For clarification, read the full article for details about the summarized interactions.

Depletion or interference

None known
Side effect reduction/prevention

None known
Supportive interaction

None known
Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability

None known
Adverse interaction

None known

An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific evidence.

Interactions with Foods and Other Compounds

Alcohol
Drinking alcoholic drinks while taking meclizine can result in added drowsiness.1 Consequently, people taking meclizine should avoid alcohol, especially when staying alert is necessary.

References

1. Sifton DW, ed. Physicians Desk Reference. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2000, 2321–2.