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Meclizine Oral Dissolving Film 25mg (Meclizine Hydrochloride Dihydrate) (Orange Flavor)

Meclizine Oral Dissolving Film 25mg (Meclizine Hydrochloride Dihydrate) (Orange Flavor)

OTC medication
Ingredient · strength
Meclizine Hydrochloride Hydrate›25mg
Manufacturer / importer
(주)씨티씨바이오
Appearance
Pale yellow rectangular oral film
Packaging
2 sheets/box [1 sheet/pack x 2]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201602682 · Approved 2016.05.16

Summary

Main use
Prevention and relief of motion sickness (dizziness, nausea, etc.)
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
For adolescents over 12 years and adults: dissolve 1-2 sheets on the tongue once a day. After it has dissolved, do not retain in the mouth and swallow it immediately. For prevention of motion sickness, take 1 hour before travel.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)씨티씨바이오

Efficacy & effects

Prevention and relief of motion sickness (dizziness, nausea, etc.)

  • Dizziness
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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This medication is used to prevent and relieve symptoms of dizziness, nausea, and vomiting caused by motion sickness.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

For adolescents over 12 years and adults: dissolve 1-2 sheets on the tongue once a day. After it has dissolved, do not retain in the mouth and swallow it immediately. For prevention of motion sickness, take 1 hour before travel.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, or by nursing women. Avoid use in individuals with hypersensitivity to this medication, specific glaucoma patients, men with urinary disorders such as prostatic hyperplasia, or children under 12 years of age. It is advisable not to take alcohol or sedative, tranquilizer drugs that may cause drowsiness while taking this medication. Also, it should not be taken together with other antiemetics, cold medications, antipyretic analgesics, antihistamines, or cough suppressants, and caution is required if taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors. Anyone who has previously experienced allergic reactions to medications or is taking other medications, and individuals with asthma or chronic respiratory diseases should consult a healthcare professional before use. Elderly patients and adolescents over the age of 12 also need to be cautious when taking this medication. If symptoms such as dizziness, skin rash, itching, urinary difficulties, or dry mouth occur while taking the medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Follow the prescribed dosage and frequency carefully; drowsiness may occur during use, so avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. It is also safe not to drink alcoholic beverages while using this medication. Store this medication out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and keep it tightly closed in a cool place with low humidity. To maintain quality, do not transfer to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • rash
  • erythema (redness)
  • itching
  • dry mouth
  • drowsiness
  • difficulty urinating

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with sedatives, tranquilizers, other antiemetics, cold medications, antipyretic analgesics, antihistamines, cough suppressants, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO inhibitors).

Food interactions

Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this medication.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is advisable to store it at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This storage method helps maintain the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale yellow rectangular oral film

Package unit

2 sheets/box [1 sheet/pack x 2]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.