Meclizine Side Effects

For the Consumer

Applies to meclizine: oral capsule, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable

In addition to its needed effects, some unwanted effects may be caused by meclizine. In the event that any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention.

Major Side Effects

You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking meclizine:

• Cough
• difficulty swallowing
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• fast heartbeat
• hives
• itching
• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• shortness of breath
• skin rash
• tightness in the chest
• unusual tiredness or weakness

Minor Side Effects

Some of the side effects that can occur with meclizine may not need medical attention. As your body adjusts to the medicine during treatment these side effects may go away. Your health care professional may also be able to tell you about ways to reduce or prevent some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects continue, are bothersome or if you have any questions about them, check with your health care professional:

• Blurred vision

• Dry mouth
• headache

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to meclizine: compounding powder, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable

Nervous system

Frequency not reported: Drowsiness, headache^[Ref]

Immunologic

Frequency not reported: Anaphylactoid reaction^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Frequency not reported: Dry mouth, vomiting^[Ref]

Ocular

Rare (less than 0.1%): Blurred vision^[Ref]

Other

Frequency not reported: Fatigue^[Ref]

Not all side effects for meclizine may be reported. You should always consult a doctor or healthcare professional for medical advice. Side effects can be reported to the FDA here.

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