Meclizine

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Oct 14, 2022

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Antivert, Bonine, Dramamine All Day Less Drowsy

Availability:

Prescription and over-the-counter

Therapeutic Class:

Antihistamine

Forms:

Tablets and chewable tablets

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

To prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness from motion sickness
To treat dizziness (vertigo) (Antivert only)

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Meclizine Drug Class

Meclizine (mek-lih-zeen) is a first-generation antihistamine (non-selective H1 antagonist).

Meclizine Age Range

Meclizine is approved for use in adults and children 12 years of age and older.