GRAVOL (DIMENHYDRINATE 50mg)

INTRODUCTION

GRAVOL 50MG contains Dimenhydrinate which belongs to the group of Antihistamines. It is used to treat or prevent nausea, vomiting or vertigo (dizziness with sensations of spinning) caused by motion sickness. It works by lowering your immune system and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Always take GRAVOL 50MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It must be taken with or without food. Take this medicine before the first meal of the day. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It is strictly not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 2 years of age. Before using this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine. The most common side effects are stinging or burning in the nose and throat, dry nasal mucosa, headache, nausea.

USES OF GRAVOL 50MG

Treat or prevent nausea, vomiting or vertigo (dizziness with sensations of spinning) caused by motion sickness

HOW GRAVOL 50MG WORKS

GRAVOL 50MG works by lowering your immune system and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take GRAVOL 50MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It must be taken with or without food. Take this medicine before the first meal of the day. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

SIDE EFFECTS OF GRAVOL 50MG

COMMON
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Headache
Dry mouth and throat
Rash

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Drowsiness or dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Rash:

Avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate the skin. Do not rub or scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Regularly use moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the affected area. If it does not get better, speak to your doctor.

Headache:

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY
GRAVOL 50MG should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

BREASTFEEDING
GRAVOL 50MG should be used with caution in breast feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, it may make you feel drowsy or sleepy.

ALCOHOL
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine.

KIDNEY
GRAVOL 50MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor for advice.

ALLERGY
Do not use GRAVOL 50MG if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Dimenhydrinate or any other ingredients in this medicine.

LUNGS
GRAVOL 50MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe lungs disease. Consult your doctor for advice.

HEART DISEASE
GRAVOL 50MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe heart disease. Consult your doctor for advice.

OTHERS

Do not take GRAVOL 50MG if you have:

Enlarged prostate gland
Glaucoma
Thyroid disease
Fits or seizure

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if you are taking,

Certain antibiotics
Clonazepam, diazepam
Medicines used to treat depression