UsesControl of nausea and vomiting due to motion sickness Also used for vertigo and brain disorder
Mechanism of ActionIt blocks the histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms
DosageAdults: The recommended dose is 25 to 75mg per day in divided doses
Side EffectsSedation G.I. upset Rash Drowsiness
Warnings/PrecautionsTake the tablets after food to reduce the risk of stomach upset Do not start or continue the cinnarizine tablets if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to cinnarizine Stop taking this medicine 4 days before having any allergy test Consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines that make you sleepy or feel drowsy or medicines like tricyclic antidepressants Do not drive or operate machinery after taking cinnarizine because you may feel drowsy