How To Prevent Motion Sickness | Ask the Pharmacist With Dr. Shannon Yarosz
Learn how to prevent motion sickness with medication tips from Cedarville University pharmacy expert Dr. Shannon Yarosz.
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Whether you're traveling by car, plane, boat, or train, motion sickness can quickly turn an exciting trip into an uncomfortable experience. In this episode of Ask the Pharmacist, Dr. Shannon Yarosz, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Cedarville University, shares practical advice with @WDTNTV viewers on preventing and managing motion sickness, including over-the-counter medications, prescription treatments, and important safety precautions.
Dr. Yarosz explains how common antihistamines, including dimenhydrinate and meclizine, can help relieve motion sickness symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. She also discusses why taking these medications before traveling, typically 30ā60 minutes before departure depending on the product, can help prevent symptoms.
Because motion sickness medications can cause drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, and other side effects, understanding medication safety is especially important. Dr. Yarosz highlights precautions involving driving, other medications, and existing health conditions.
You'll also learn about the prescription scopolamine patch, which is placed behind the ear and can provide relief for up to three days.
Have questions about motion sickness prevention, medication interactions, or other pharmacy-related topics? Cedarville University's School of Pharmacy invites you to submit your questions for a future Ask the Pharmacist segment.
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Dr. Shannon Yarosz, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Cedarville University, explains how to prevent and treat motion sickness while traveling. Discover common over-the-counter treatments, including dimenhydrinate and meclizine, when to take medication, potential side effects, and how prescription scopolamine patches work. Learn when to consult a pharmacist or healthcare provider before using motion sickness treatments.