Dramamine Patch For Motion Sickness
November 22nd, 2008

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A Dramamine patch is a prescribed medication to treat motion sickness. The patch is usually worn behind the ear and dispenses a regulated amount of medication. It enters the bloodstream through the skin. The generic name is Dimenhydrinate, which works to correct body balance problems resulting to nausea, vomiting and dizziness. This drug belongs to a class called antihistamines.

How it works

Dimenhydrinate is the main ingredient of the Dramamine patch. This is normally administered behind the ear. The skin absorbs the medication that the patch dispenses and that is basically how it enters the bloodstream. It then works on the brain to control specific motion sickness symptoms like nausea and vomiting. It also attempts to restore the lost body balance through the ear and the brain which essentially is what causes these symptoms. The effectiveness of the patch usually lasts four hours and it can be taken on the onset of the condition.

Safety measures

The Dramamine patch is not a recommended medication for children younger than two years of age. Special precautions should still be observed when using the patch on older children. Dimenhydrinate, the main component of the patch, does not have harmful effects on an unborn baby. Nevertheless, pregnant women should still consult their physician first before trying the patch. Avoid using the patch altogether if you're breastfeeding.

If you have other health conditions such as asthma, urinary problems, glaucoma or heart disease, you cannot take Dramamine patch for motion sickness as this may just aggravate your symptoms.

Adverse effects

Some of the negative side effects of the Dramamine patch include drowsiness, insomnia, blurred vision, irregular heartbeat and skin rashes if you're allergic to medicated patches. If these adverse effects continue, stop the use of the patch altogether or consult your doctor about it. You may be suffering from a worse condition

Additional information

Some medications may interfere with the effects of the Dramamine patch so make sure to consult your doctor first before using the patch. Tranquilizers, antidepressants, sedatives and some antibiotics can also alter or aggravate the effects of Dramamine.

While wearing the patch, you are not supposed to drink any alcoholic beverage and if possible, avoid driving as the medication can cause dizziness and blurred vision. Extra caution should be observed if you need to undergo hazardous activities or use heavy machinery.

The normal diet is still recommended even while under medication unless the doctor tells you otherwise.

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