Meclizene

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There are many over-the-counter meclizine hydrochloride products (Antivert^®, Bonine^®, Dramamine^® Less Drowsy Formula) that are available to prevent and treat motion sickness. The medication also comes in a prescription-only formula that is approved for the treatment of motion sickness and vertigo. Meclizine belongs to of a class of drugs called antihistamines, meaning that it blocks histamine receptors. The drug is generally taken once or twice a day (depending on the condition being treated).

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