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How does it work?

Meclozine hydrochloride belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. These medicines block histamine receptors which are found in various places in the body, including an area in the brain known as the vomiting centre. This area controls vomiting. Meclozine blocks histamine receptors in the vomiting centre, the result of which is to prevent the brain from sending the nerve messages to the stomach that would normally result in the action of vomiting.

What is it used for?

- Preventing travel sickness

Warning!

- This medicine may cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery. Alcohol should be avoided.

Not to be used in

- Pregnancy

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

- This medicine should not be used in pregnancy. Seek medical advice from your doctor.
- There is no information available regarding the safety of this medicine during breastfeeding. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

- Drowsiness

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How can this medicine affect other medicines?

There are no significant interactions reported with this medicine.