Cyclizine Dosage
Applies to the following strengths: 25 mg; 50 mg
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Pediatric Dose for Motion Sickness
6 years and older: 25 mg orally every 6 to 8 hours
- Maximum dose: 75 mg/day
Comments:
- For the prevention of travel sickness, patients should take the first dose approximately 1 hour prior to departure or at the onset of symptoms.
- Patients should be cautioned to avoid driving or operating machinery while taking this drug.
Use: To prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, or dizziness associated with motion sickness
Renal Dose Adjustments
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Liver Dose Adjustments
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Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Use in children under 6 years of age
- Use in children with a breathing problem (e.g., chronic bronchitis) or glaucoma without consulting with a healthcare provider
- Use in children taking sedatives or tranquilizers without prior consultation with a healthcare provider
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 6 years; this drug is not recommended for use in these patients.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- IV formulations should be injected slowly.
- Oral formulations should be given at least 1 hour prior to departure to prevent motion sickness.
Storage requirements:
- IV: Protect from light.
Patient advice:
- Inform patients that this drug may cause drowsiness, and they should avoid driving or operating machinery if these side effects occur.
- This drug may increase the side effects of alcohol; patients should avoid the concomitant use of alcohol.
- Advise patients to speak to their healthcare provider if they become pregnant, intend to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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