What is Bonamine used for?

BONAMINE® (meclizine hydrochloride) is indicated for the prevention and relief of nausea, dizziness and vomiting associated with motion sickness. It is also indicated for the symptomatic management of radiation sickness, Meniere’s syndrome, labyrinthitis and other vestibular disturbances.

What is the difference between Dramamine and Bonine?

Differences Between Dramamine and Bonine Bonine’s active per-tablet ingredient is 25 mg of meclizine hydrochloride, which prevents seasickness symptoms with minimal drowsiness. Meanwhile, Dramamine’s original formula contains 50 mg of dimenhydrinate per tablet, which can cause marked drowsiness.

What does Bonine help with?

Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems.

When should I take Bonamine?

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.

Can I take Bonamine on an empty stomach?

Meclizine should be taken with food to reduce the chance of stomach upset. It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Which is better Dramamine or meclizine?

In an evaluation of 16 anti–motion sickness drugs, Wood and Graybiel found that dimenhydrinate 50 mg was more effective than meclizine 50 mg. At low doses, chlorpheniramine has proven efficacy in preventing motion sickness, but its use is limited because its strong central effects result in excessive drowsiness.

What is better Dramamine or Bonine?

Dosage and Strength. Both Bonine and Dramamine can be taken as preventative measures for seasickness. Dramamine’s original formula is a 50mg tablet of dimenhydrinate which can cause drowsiness. Dramamine is more effective than Bonine at treating seasickness but less convenient due to its frequent dosing.

Can I take 2 Bonine?

Dosage should be taken one hour before travel starts. Adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 to 2 tablets once daily or as directed by a doctor.

Can you buy Bonine over the counter?

Antivert is available by prescription and Bonine is available over-the-counter (OTC).