Meclozine
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Meclozine or Meclizine is a sedating anti-histamine with anti-muscarinic properties. Meclozine is mainly used in the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting, and for symptomatic treatment of vertigo, hypersensitivity reactions and pruritic skin disorders.
Indications
Meclozine is primarily indicated in conditions like Motion sickness, Nausea and vomiting, Vertigo.
Contraindications
Meclozine
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Meclozine, which give rise to further complications include Tachycardia, Seizures, Irregular heart beat. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Meclozine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Tiredness, Diarrhea, Dry mouth, Allergic skin reactions, Constipation, Blurred vision, Urinary retention, Acute glaucoma attack, Headache.
Warnings
Renal impairment may increase Meclozine or metabolite accumulation. Hepatic impairment may increase systemic exposure.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and Cardiac / Hypertensive Patients. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Meclozine was found.
Storage
Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, Below 40°C. Freezing is recommended. Protect from Moisture and Heat.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.