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Bonamine

Meclizine

Meclizine is no longer being manufactured for sale in Canada and is no longer available under any brand names. This article is being kept available for reference purposes only.

Available form

Tablet, Tablet

Dosage

25mg

Manufacturers

Johnson & Johnson

Generic brand of

Meclizine

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Dosage

Side Effects

Available Form

Contraindications

Precautions

Warnings

The recommended adult dose of meclizine to treat motion sickness, is single dose of 12.5 mg to 25 mg every 24 hours while travelling. The first dose should be taken at least one hour before travelling.

For inner ear disorders, the usual adult dose ranges from 25 mg to 100 mg daily in divided doses. The fruit-flavoured tablets can be chewed, swallowed whole, or dissolved in the mouth.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones given here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

Meclizine should be taken with food to reduce the chance of stomach upset.

It is important to take Bonamine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose of Bonamine, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Bonamine at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Bonamine.

Asthma: Meclizine causes thickening of the mucous in the lungs and may cause the muscles in the lungs to spasm, causing asthma symptoms to worsen. People with asthma or other breathing problems should discuss with their doctor how Bonamine may affect their medical condition, how their medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Bonamine, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Drowsiness/reduced alertness: Bonamine may cause drowsiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or perform other potentially hazardous tasks until you have determined how Bonamine affects you.

Enlarged Prostate: Meclizine may make the symptoms of an enlarged prostate worse. People with prostate problems should discuss with their doctor how Bonamine may affect their medical condition, how their medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Bonamine, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Glaucoma: Meclizine may make glaucoma symptoms worse. People with narrow-angle glaucoma should discuss with their doctor how Bonamine may affect their medical condition, how their medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Bonamine, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Pregnancy: Studies on the use of meclizine by women experiencing nausea and vomiting during pregnancy have revealed no evidence of any birth defects caused by the medication. However, Bonamine should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Bonamine, contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: Meclizine may reduce the quantity of breast milk produced by a small degree. It should be used while nursing only if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Bonamine have not been established for children under the age of 12. Meclizine has been known to cause hyperexcitability when used by children.

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