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Antivert
Drug Uses
Antivert is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects
of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your
body. Antivert is used to treat nausea, vomiting, and
dizziness associated with motion sickness. Antivert
may also be helpful in treating vertigo. This medicine
may also be used for other purposes.
How Taken
Antivert comes as a regular and chewable tablet and
a capsule. For motion sickness, Antivert should be taken
1 hour before you start to travel. Doses may be taken
every 24 hours if needed. For dizziness caused by an
ear condition, follow your doctor's directions. Follow
the directions on your prescription label carefully,
and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part
you do not understand. Take Antivert exactly as directed.
Do not take more or less of it or take it more often
than prescribed by your doctor. The chewable tablets
may be chewed or swallowed whole. Warnings/Precautions
This medicine may cause drowsiness. Do not drive, operate
machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous
until you know how you react to this medicine. This
medicine will add to the effect of other depressants
or alcohol. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions
about which medicines are depressants. It is unknown
if this medicine is excreted in breast milk. If you
are or will be breast-feeding while you are using this
medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss
the risks to your baby. Missed Dose
Since Antivert is usually taken as needed, missing a
dose is usually not a problem. If you are taking Antivert
on a regular schedule and you miss a dose, take the
missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it
is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do
not take a double dose of this medication. Possible Side Effects
Stop taking Antivert and seek emergency medical attention
if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing;
closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue,
or face; or hives). Other, less serious side effects
may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Antivert
and talk to your doctor if you experience drowsiness
or dizziness; a dry mouth (may be relieved by sugarless
gum, ice chips, saliva substitutes, or other products
if bothersome); blurred vision; nervousness; insomnia;
or constipation. Side effects other than those listed
here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side
effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Storage
Dispense in tight, light-resistant containers. Store
at controlled room temperature 15?-30?C (59?-86? F).
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include unusual excitability, drowsiness,
hallucinations, very slow or shallow breathing, and
seizures. More Information
Antivert may increase the effects of other drugs that
cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol,
antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia),
pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants.
Tell your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter
medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine
without first talking to your doctor. Antivert is contraindicated
in individuals who have shown a previous hypersensitivity
to it. For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist
or health care provider. Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
any purpose. It should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient. We
disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability
of this information, and/or any consequences arising
from the use of this information, including damage or
adverse consequences to persons or property, however
such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either
expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
Complete information about Antivert
50mg- 30 tab
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