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How to Take Dimenhydrinate and it's Dose


It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Motion Sickness- Adults - PO- 50 to 100 mg 30 min prior to travel, followed by 50 to 100 mg every 4 to 6 hours. Maximum: 400 mg/day.
Children (6 to 12 y of age) - PO- 25 to 50 mg every 6 to 8 hours. Maximum: 150 mg/day.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in newborns and patients with hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Dimenhydrinate

This medication is an antihistamine and anticholinergic agent, prescribed for nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Dimenhydrinate

India :


International :


Dramamine, Dramamine Chewable, TripTone
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