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Don't Let Motion Sickness Ruin Your Vacation

Posting Date: 06/21/2001

"I no longer need to take prescribed drugs or medications that cause dry mouth and sleepiness, but just put the wristbands on at the first sign of vertigo. I think these would be completely safe for a child since I have never had any side effects from their use." Similar wrist bands are available in many travel shops and airport stores.

Over-the-counter medicines such as Dramamine (dimenhydrinate), Marezine (cyclizine) or Bonine (meclizine) are effective against motion sickness, but not all are approved for use in young children. Many people find that such drugs make them sleepy, a disadvantage if getting there is half the fun. In addition, those with glaucoma, enlarged prostates or breathing problems like emphysema should avoid these products. For them, ginger or acupressure bands may offer a better alternative.

Don't let motion sickness spoil your vacation. Whatever remedy you choose, timing is important. To maximize the benefit the first dose should be taken about half an hour before departure.