Travelit
Generic: Cyclizine Hydrochloride
Daily Dose:
Duration:
Cheaper & Alternative Brands (50 mg)
Same active generic (Cyclizine Hydrochloride), same form (Tablet), exact same strength (50 mg)No other brands currently registered with this exact active generic and dosage form.
Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Travelit is indicated in-
Motion sickness: Travelit is indicated for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting.
PONV (Postoperative nausea & vomiting)
Meniere's disease etc.
Dosage & Administration
Motion Sickness:
Adults
: 1 Tablet (50 mg)
Children: (6 years & above)
: 1/2 Tablet (25 mg). 1 tablet should be taken at least 30 minutes before journey (before or after meal), repeat 1 tablet if journey is more than 6 hours
Postoperative Nausea & Vomiting, Meniere's disease:
Adults
: 1 Tablet (50 mg) every 6-8 hours daily
Children: (6 years & above)
: 1/2 Tablet (25 mg) every 6-8 hours daily
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to the other excipients. Cyclizine is contraindicated in the presence of acute alcohol intoxication. The anti-emetic properties of cyclizine may increase the toxicity of alcohol.
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Itching or skin rashes, swelling of the face, lips or throat, difficulty in breathing or wheeziness.
Warnings & Precautions
Travelit should be used with caution and appropriate monitoring in patients with glaucoma, urinary retention, obstructive disease of the gastrointestinal tract, hepatic disease, hypertension, epilepsy, severe heart failure.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
Cyclizine Hydrochloride is an US FDA approved antihistaminic antiemetic drug. It possesses anticholinergic and antiemetic properties. It reduces excitability of inner ear labyrinth and acts directly on vomiting (Emetic) centre in the brain stem.