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Cyclizine helps to reduce sickness (nausea) and dizziness.

It can be taken by adults and by children over 6 years of age.

The most common side-effects are a dry mouth and feeling drowsy.

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  • Cyclizine is an antihistamine medicine used to treat feelings of sickness.

  • It can help with nausea caused by balance problems and travel sickness.

  • Take cyclizine exactly as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.

  • It can cause drowsiness, so avoid driving or operating machinery if affected.

  • Do not drink alcohol while taking cyclizine as it can worsen drowsiness.

  • Tell your doctor if you have other conditions or are taking other medicines before starting cyclizine.

About cyclizine

Tipo de medicamento

Un antihistamínico

Usado para

Feelings of sickness (nausea) caused by balance or movement problems such as vertigo, travel sickness, and problems affecting the inner ear

Disponible como

Tabletas, inyección

Cyclizine is used to treat sickness (nausea), such as that caused by problems affecting the inner ear and balance (including mareos), and travel sickness. It is an antihistamine.

Cyclizine helps reduce the feelings of nausea and vertigo caused by problems such as these. It is available from a pharmacy, without a prescription, and can be taken by adults and by children over the age of 6 years.

Before taking cyclizine

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine can only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking cyclizine it is important that your doctor or pharmacist knows:

  • Si estás embarazada o amamantando.

  • If you have any problems with the way your liver works, or if you have heart failure.

  • If you have increased pressure in your eye, a condition called glaucoma.

  • Si tienes epilepsia.

  • If you have prostate problems, or have been experiencing difficulty passing urine.

  • Si sabes que tienes una obstrucción en tus intestinos delgados.

  • Si tienes un trastorno sanguíneo hereditario raro llamado porfiria.

  • Si está tomando otros medicamentos. Esto incluye cualquier medicamento que se pueda comprar sin receta, así como medicamentos herbales y complementarios.

  • Si alguna vez has tenido una reacción alérgica a un medicamento.

How to take cyclizine

  • Before you start the treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside the pack. It will give you more information about cyclizine, and it will also provide you with a full list of the side-effects which you could experience from taking it.

  • Take cyclizine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist tells you to. It can be taken up to three times a day.

  • If you are taking cyclizine to prevent travel sickness, take the first tablet 1-2 hours before you are due to travel. If you are going on a long journey, you can then take further doses every eight hours if needed. The tablets can be crushed to make them easier to swallow. If you are giving cyclizine to a child, check the label carefully to make sure you are giving the correct dose for the age of your child - the dose for children aged 6-12 years is half a tablet.

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  • Cyclizine can cause drowsiness and blurred vision. Although this is rare following a single dose of cyclizine, it can occur if it is taken more regularly. If this happens, do not drive and do not use tools or machines. Alcohol will make the drowsiness worse, so it is best not to drink alcohol while you are on cyclizine.

  • If you are having an operation or any treatment (particularly if it is to test for an allergy), please tell the person carrying out the treatment that you are taking cyclizine.

Can cyclizine cause problems?

Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains some of the ones associated with cyclizine. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine. The unwanted effects often improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine, but speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

Common cyclizine side-effects

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Feeling drowsy, blurred vision

No conduzca ni utilice herramientas o máquinas mientras esté afectado. No consuma alcohol

Other less common cyclizine side-effects

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Boca seca

Intenta chupar caramelos sin azúcar o masticar chicle sin azúcar

Dolor de cabeza

Bebe mucha agua y pide a tu farmacéutico que te recomiende un analgésico adecuado. Si los dolores de cabeza continúan, informa a tu médico

Estreñimiento

Try to eat a well-balanced diet and drink plenty of water

Skin rash, difficulty passing urine, feeling restless or excited (particularly in children and the elderly), twitching

Stop taking cyclizine and speak with your doctor

Si experimenta cualquier otro síntoma que crea que puede deberse a las tabletas, hable con su médico o farmacéutico para obtener más consejos.

How to store cyclizine

  • Mantenga todos los medicamentos fuera del alcance y la vista de los niños.

  • Almacenar en un lugar fresco y seco, lejos del calor y la luz directos.

Información importante sobre todos los medicamentos

Información importante sobre todos los medicamentos

Nunca tome más de la dosis prescrita. Si sospecha que usted u otra persona podría haber tomado una sobredosis de este medicamento, acuda de inmediato al departamento de accidentes y emergencias de su hospital local. Lleve el envase con usted, incluso si está vacío.

If you buy any medicines 'over the counter', always check with a pharmacist that they are suitable to take with your other medicines.

Este medicamento es para ti. Nunca lo des a otras personas, incluso si su condición parece ser la misma que la tuya.

No guardes medicamentos caducados o no deseados. Llévalos a tu farmacia local, que se encargará de desecharlos por ti.

Si tienes alguna pregunta sobre este medicamento, consulta a tu farmacéutico.

Informar efectos secundarios de un medicamento o vacuna

Si experimenta efectos secundarios, puede reportarlos en línea a través de Sitio web de Yellow Card.

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Preguntas frecuentes

Can I take cyclizine if I am elderly?

Yes, cyclizine can be taken by adults. However, older individuals, particularly the elderly, should be aware that feeling restless or excited is a less common side effect. If this symptom occurs, it is advised to stop taking the medication and consult with a doctor.

What should I do if I forget to take a dose of cyclizine?

The article advises taking cyclizine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist tells you to, up to three times a day. If you are taking it for travel sickness, the first dose should be 1-2 hours before travel, and then further doses every eight hours as needed. There are no specific instructions for a forgotten dose, so it's best to continue with your next scheduled dose when you remember, without taking a double dose.

How long can I safely use cyclizine for?

The article does not specify a maximum duration for using cyclizine. It mentions that some unwanted effects often improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. If you have concerns about long-term use, or if side effects continue or become troublesome, you should speak with your doctor or pharmacist.

Is cyclizine suitable for children younger than 6 years old?

Cyclizine is indicated for use by children over the age of 6 years. The article does not mention its suitability or dosage for children younger than 6 years, implying it should not be given to this age group without specific medical advice.

Can I take other cold or flu remedies at the same time as cyclizine?

Before taking cyclizine, it's important to inform your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicines you are taking. This includes any medicines available without a prescription, such as cold or flu remedies, as well as herbal and complementary medicines. This ensures there are no potential interactions or suitability concerns.

Lecturas adicionales y referencias

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Michael Stewart, MRPharmS

Gerente de Revisión de Folletos de Medicamentos – Contratista, Farmacéutico

BPharm (Hons), MRPharmS

Michael es un farmacéutico comunitario que ejerce en Midlands y South Yorkshire con más de 20 años de experiencia asesorando sobre medicamentos y condiciones médicas. Tiene una sólida formación en capacitación en atención médica, habiendo producido e impartido cursos de formación para equipos de farmacia y personal de entornos de atención residencial, incluidas enfermeras. También ha contribuido a juntas asesoras de farmacia para la gestión de condiciones de baja gravedad en la comunidad.

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Sid Dajani

Sultan Dajani se graduó en la Escuela de Farmacia de Londres en 1994 y se convirtió en el miembro más joven elegido para el consejo de la Sociedad Real de Farmacia desde su fundación en 1842.

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  • Próxima revisión: 1 Jun 2028
  • 1 Jun 2025 | Última versión

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