Meclizine Side Effects

Brand Names: Antivert

Please note - some side effects for Meclizine may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Meclizine - for the Consumer

Meclizine

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Meclizine:

Drowsiness; dry mouth.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Meclizine Chewable Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Meclizine Chewable Tablets:

Drowsiness; dry mouth.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Meclizine Side Effects - for the Professional

Meclizine

Drowsiness, dry mouth, and on rare occasions, blurred vision have been reported.

Side Effects by Body System

Nervous system

Nervous system (CNS) side effects have included drowsiness and sedation. Motor skills may be impaired.

With continued therapy, sedation due to meclizine diminishes.

An elderly woman suffered from memory loss, disorientation, paranoia, and agitation during treatment with meclizine over approximately 3 years. These symptoms returned on rechallenge.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea, dry mouth, and constipation.

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included blurred vision, diplopia, and dry eyes.

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included urinary retention and dysuria.

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