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Motion or travel sickness – known medically as kinetosis – can ruin even the best planned journey. So what causes this debilitating condition and what can you do about it?

The cause of travel sickness 

In its mildest form, motion sickness may only cause a feeling of uneasiness and nausea which may be accompanied by a headache or dizziness. In more severe cases, it can cause sweating, salivation, flushing, vertigo, over-breathing and profuse vomiting together with extreme distress.

How motion is detected

The inner ear is known as the labyrinth. It contains a convoluted, jelly-like structure (membranous labyrinth) filled with fluid. One end of the membranous labyrinth is involved in hearing, while the other end contains the structures involved in balance, which are:

• Three fluid-filled semi-circular canals
• The utricle
• The saccule.

The semi-circular canals detect rotational movement and are rather like three spirit-levels orientated at right angles to each other. One end of each canal carries a swelling (ampulla) containing a cluster of motion-detecting cells that have 30 – 150 hair-like projections on their surface. Rotational movement causes swirling of the fluid in the canals which causes these ‘hairs’ to bend.

The utricle and saccule also contain clusters of hair cells, over which lies a membrane embedded with tiny crystals of calcium carbonate. These crystals (otoliths) are displaced by movement in any direction, and motion is detected when they brush against the hair cells to displace their hair-like projections.  The utricle is mainly sensitive to horizontal movement (forwards, backwards and side to side) while the saccule detects vertical movement (up and down).

  Once motion is detected, the hair cells send an electrical signal to part of the brain (flocculonodular lobe of the cerebellum) for analysis. Nerve fibres from this part of the brain than pass to another part of the brain concerned with the control of eye movement.

Travel sickness is caused by excessive and repetitive stimulation of the hair cells in the inner ears when the brain receives conflicting messages from the eyes that do not match the degree of movement detected by the inner ears. This is especially likely when travelling in a closed space such as a car, where you tend to focus on objects inside the vehicle. Your eyes tell your brain the environment is stationary, but your balance organs say it is not.  If there is good visual evidence of the head’s position – as in cycling or skiing for example – motion does not usually trigger travel sickness.

Everyone is susceptible to travel sickness

We are all susceptible to travel sickness, but we each have a different sensitivity, possibly related to the degree of symmetry between our right and left inner ears. Researchers have found that one in three people are highly susceptible to motion sickness, another third only suffer during fairly rough conditions, while the remaining, lucky one in three only react during prolonged, violently rough conditions.

Very young children seldom suffer from car sickness as the nerve pathways involved are not fully developed. By the age of ten years, however, children are especially susceptible.

Some research also suggests sensitivity to motion varies according to hormone levels during the menstrual cycle, with the greatest susceptibility for women occurring just before ovulation.

Other factors that can make travel sickness worse include:

• stuffy atmosphere
• exhaust or diesel fumes
• having a full stomach
• the sight or smell of food.

Sensitivity to motion sickness can be reduced by rehabilitation programmes such as those designed to desensitise airforce personnel against air-sickness. Rehabilitation courses last two weeks in which subjects undergo increasingly more intense and varied nausea-inducing stimulation, as well as cognitive-behavioural therapy. The success rate is as high as 88%.

Best travel sickness tablets

A number of travel sickness remedies are available and are best taken before travel, as it is easier to motion sickness than to treat nausea once it has developed.

The drug, hyoscine, is available on prescription and can be taken by mouth 30 minutes before travel as a tablet, or applied as a patch (Scopoderm TTS) behind the ear, 5 to 6 hours before travelling. Possible side effects include dry mouth, dizziness, blurred vision and difficulty passing water.

Antihistamines are also highly effective. Most people prefer less sedating antihistamines such as cinnarizine, which is better tolerated.

Cinnarizine (eg Stugeron ) is my travel sickness tablet of choice. It is highly effective in treating motion sickness as it works in two ways:

• on the vomiting centre in the brain to stop nausea
• on the balance organs in the inner ear to reduce sensitivity to motion.

Unlike other commonly used travel sickness tablets which only work for 4 – 6 hours, Stugeron works for at least 8 hours to reduce susceptibility to motion sickness and can see you through a whole day’s journey. For travellers who are already feeling sick, or who have vomited, Stugeron can be sucked rather than swallowed for a more rapid onset of action. It does not tend to cause drowsiness and does not cause dry mouth, blurred vision or dizziness. In clinical trials, 96% of children tested benefited from taking Stugeron, with 86% remaining alert or only slightly drowsy.

A study involving yachtsmen found that 88% of yachtsmen rated Stugeron as better than other treatments and 94% said they would use Stugeron again. My teenagers swear by Stugeron as it prevented nausea even on a very rough ferry trip that lasted for six hours, when everyone else was very ill indeed.

Ideally, take it two hours before a journey. For travellers who are already feeling sick, or who have vomited, however, it can be sucked rather than swallowed for a more rapid onset of action. Stugeron is available from Boots.com for shipping worldwide.

Ginger for travel sickness  

Ginger has excellent anti-nausea properties and is believed to work by lowering levels of a hormone, vasopressin, and by regulating abnormal contraction of the stomach. Drink ginger tea, ginger beer, chew crystallised ginger, ginger gum, or take ginger capsules. You could also place a few drops of ginger essential oil on a hanky to inhale.

Travel sickness bands

Acupressure bands that stimulate the P6 acupuncture point on the wrist can also relieve motion sickness. Elasticated wrist bands or disposable acupressure plasters are especially useful for children. Research suggests that are as effective in decreasing symptoms of motion sickness as oral medication, but without possible side effects such as drowsiness or dry mouth. The most effective bands are based on electroactupressure, and devices stimulate the acupoint with a tiny electrial signel that is clinically proven to reduce vomiting and nausea. These bands and anti-emetic devices are used to reduve morning sickness during pregnancy, too.

Rescue remedy for travel sickness

Flower essences are useful during times of stress, and a few drops or a spray on the tongue can help you relax and feel better. Bach Rescue Remedy is a pre-mixed combination of Rock Rose, Impatiens, Clematis, Star of Bethlehem  and Cherry Plum in a base of grape alcohol (brandy). These flower remedies are intended to help counter the effects of stress and shock to help you gain control.

Rescue Remedy is available as drops, an oral spray, liquid melts, pastilles and lozenges. For use during travel, the spray and lozenges are ideal. You can see the full range on Amazon.co.uk or on Amazon.com .

Travel sickness tips

• Start travel sickness treatment before travelling
• Prepare for your journey in advance so you stay relaxed – avoid over-anxiety and last-minute panics
• Only eat light meals before and during travel
• Avoid alcohol
• Avoid stuffy or fume-laden atmospheres
• Sit or stand where plenty of fresh air is circulating eg open a car window
• In a bus or coach, choose a seat between the wheels where movement is less
• In an aeroplane, sit in the area over the wings
• Avoid focusing on near objects – reading a book or looking at a map when travelling in closed quarters can trigger nausea.
• Look at a point on the distant horizon – for example, when travelling by sea, stay on deck scanning the horizon
• Make sure children sit high enough to see out of the window (in a child’s car seat if applicable)
• An adult with car sickness can try being the driver rather than the passenger – drivers seldom suffer from car sickness as they are concentrating on the outside of the car (NB Do not take a travel medication that can cause drowsiness when driving or when operating machinery)
• Stop to stretch your legs regularly – or walk up and down the aisle in a plane or bus.

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Travel or motion sickness (triggered by cars, boats, trains, aeroplanes, and occasionally computer games) is caused when your brain receives mixed messages from your eyes and the balance mechanism in your inner ear. It is confused by apparently conflicting information about movement and responds with feelings of dizziness, nausea, and vomiting.

Travel sickness medications work by damping down the confusion in the brain.

Anti-sickness treatment works best when taken before the nausea starts, although can be taken after the onset, when it will still help to reduce nausea.

Driving caution

In some people anti-sickness treatments have the side effect of drowsiness. You should not drive or operate machinery whilst taking anti-sickness medication unless you have experience of them and know they do not affect your alertness.

Travel sickness treatments

There are a few widely used travel sickness medications: hyoscine , also known as scopolamine (Scopoderm and Kwells), promethazine (Avomine), and cinnarizine (Stugeron). Hyoscine is generally considered to be a little more effective than promethazine and cinnarizine, but it can cause more side effects. The least sedative option is cinnarizine.

How to take

Take tablets or apply patch before a journey, or at the onset of symptoms.

• Scopoderm patches (hyoscine 1.5mg): self-adhesive patches active for 3 days (72 hours). Apply 5-6 hours before starting journey. REMOVE patch after 3 days and replace if needed for a longer time, eg. for a long sea passage.
• Kwells tablets (hyoscine 0.3mg): 1-2 tablets 30 minutes before starting journey, repeated 6 hourly as needed. Maximum 3 tablets in 24 hours.
• Avomine tablets (promethazine 25mg): 1 tablet at bedtime the night before travel or alternatively 1-2 hours before travel, then one every 6 hours as needed. Do not use for longer than 7 days without consulting a doctor.
• Stugeron tablets (cinnarizine 15mg): 2 tablets 2 hours before starting journey, then one tablet every 8 hours as needed.

Anti-sickness medication may cause drowsiness . If affected do not drive or operate machinery.

Not suitable for people with glaucoma, trouble with bladder, prostate, or bowel obstruction, myasthenia gravis, people taking drugs such as tranquillisers or anti-depressants, or in pregnancy.

Avoid alcohol.

Side effects

A full list of possible side effects is found in the patient information leaflets but the most common are:

Scopoderm and Kwells (hyoscine) - drowsiness, dizziness, visual disturbance, changes in size of pupils, dry mouth, decreased sweating, and local skin irritation (with patch).

Hyoscine (the active ingredient in Kwells and Scopoderm) has 'anticholinergic' effects and if taken with other 'anticholinergic' drugs there can be an increase in the risk of side effects, especially dry mouth.

Scopoderm use has been linked in rare cases to serious and potentially life-threatening anticholinergic side effects including hyperthermia (overheating), inability to pass urine, confusion, disorientation, loss of consciousness, hallucinations, fits, and breathing difficulties. This is more likely when being used by the young or elderly, for long periods, for symptoms other than travel sickness, or in higher than recommended doses.

See patient leaflet for more details.

• Avomine (promethazine) - drowsiness, dizziness, restlessness, headaches, nightmares, tiredness, and disorientation/confusion.
• Stugeron (cinnarizine) - drowsiness and nausea.

Other ways to reduce travel sickness

Some forms of motion are more likely to cause travel sickness than others. More people get sea sickness than car or plane sick.

• Sit in the front rather than back of a car if possible.
• Driving the car or steering the boat can help in mild cases.
• Sit near the wing of a plane or the centre of a boat.
• Where possible sit near an open window.
• Close your eyes, or better still try to sleep.
• Avoid reading or looking at screens.
• Fix the eyes on distant objects rather than nearby moving objects such as waves or other cars.
• Avoid alcohol or heavy meals, particularly greasy or spicy food that might sit on the stomach, and avoid strong food smells.
• Take breaks in a journey when you can if you are feeling sick.
• Acupressure bands help some people.
• Anti-motion sickness glasses can help the brain to readjust.

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Further information

• NHS - motion sickness

Authored 18 February 2010 by Dr Tony Steele MB ChB Sheffield University 1983. Former hospital doctor and GP . GMC no. 2825328

Reviewed by Dr A. Wood , Dr C. Pugh , Dr B. Babor Last reviewed 04 August 2023 Last updated 26 April 2024 Editorial policy

• BMJ , 2011, Managing motion sickness , accessed 04 August 2023
• GlaxoSmithKline, 2022, Scopoderm 1.5mg Patch: Summary of Product Characteristics , accessed 04 August 2023
• Dexcel Pharma, 2020, Kwells 300 microgram tablets: Summary of Product Characteristics , 04 August 2023
• McNeil, 2023, Stugeron 15: Summary of Product Characteristics , accessed 04 August 2023
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What are Kwells travel sickness tablets?

Kwells travel sickness tablets are a fast-acting, melt in the mouth solution to motion sickness. Motion sickness occurs when your brain receives mixed messages about its surroundings; your eyes tell it that your immediate vicinity isn’t moving, but your inner ear tells your brain that you’re in motion. Receiving this conflicting information causes the nausea we refer to as travel sickness.

Kwells tablets contain the active ingredient hyoscine hydrobromide. It targets the organs responsible for balance in the inner ear, reducing the effect of movement on them, as well as the nerves that cause nausea. This stops your ears sending conflicting information to your brain, and should ease the symptoms of motion sickness as a result.

Who are Kwells tablets suitable for?

Kwells motion sickness tablets can be taken by most adults and children over 10 without issue, but you shouldn’t take them if:

• you’re allergic to hyoscine hydrobromide, the active ingredient in Kwells, or any of the other ingredients;
• you have glaucoma, a blockage of the intestines (paralytic ileus), narrowing of the stomach outlet (pyloric stenosis), weakened muscles caused by myasthenia gravis, or an enlarged prostate gland.

Also, you shouldn’t take Kwells tablets if you’re taking any of the following medications (unless specifically instructed to by your doctor): Amantadine (an antiviral medication), antihistamines, antipsychotics, antidepressants, linezolid (antibiotics), domperidone and metoclopramide (for nausea and vomiting), or sublingual nitrates (an angina medication).

What doses do Kwells tablets come in?

Kwells tablets come in one dosage, containing 300 micrograms of hyoscine hydrobromide. The tablets come scored down the middle, so you can easily divide this into two 150 microgram doses. Adults can take a single tablet per six hours, as needed, but no more than three tablets should be taken in 24 hours. Children over 10 can take half a tablet or one full tablet every six hours, but shouldn’t take more than three in 24 hours.

A separate version of Kwells is available, called Kwells Kids. Each Kwells Kids tablet contains 150 micrograms of hyoscine hydrobromide.

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How to take Kwells travel sickness tablets

Always take Kwells tablets as you’re instructed. In order to get the most out of your Kwells travel sickness tablets, stick to the following instructions:

• Take one tablet, or give half a tablet to your child, 20-30 minutes before you start your journey. Alternatively, a tablet can be taken as you start to feel nauseous while travelling.
• Your tablet can be sucked, chewed, or swallowed.
• You can take up to one tablet every 6 hours, as you need.
• Never take more than three tablets within 24 hours, or give tablets to children under 10 years old.

How long do Kwells tablets take to work?

Kwells tablets are a fast-acting solution to motion sickness that get to work in as little as 20-30 minutes. Because they melt-in-the-mouth, they’re absorbed by your body much faster than they would be through your stomach, meaning you get relief sooner. Kwells tablets act fast enough that you don’t have to worry about remembering to take them before travelling, you can just take one as you start to feel symptoms.

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You should only ever take Kwells tablets as instructed, and never take more than one every six hours or more than three in a 24 hour period. If you accidentally take too many Kwells tablets, you should seek medical attention immediately. You may experience a rapid, uneven heartbeat, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, drowsiness, the inability to urinate, and hallucinations. Possible treatment includes washing out your stomach, or inducing vomiting to get the substance out of your system.

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Various medicines are available to treat nausea . They work in different ways to one another. These medicines are not usually started until your doctor is sure what has caused your nausea. This is because knowing the cause helps your doctor to choose the right medicine for you. If they are required then any medicine usually only needs to be taken for a few days. Most people are able to take these medicines.

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The medicines for nausea used are sometimes called antiemetics. Some of these medicines work on the gut and speed up how quickly food moves through it. Other medicines work on the brain and block signals to the vomiting centre. Listed below are some of the more commonly prescribed medicines:

Cinnarizine , cyclizine , promethazine - these medicines belong to a group of medicines called antihistamines . The exact way that they work is not fully understood. It is thought that antihistamines block histamine 1 (H1) receptors in the area of the brain which creates nausea in response to chemicals in the body. They are thought to work well for nausea caused by a number of conditions including ear problems and motion (travel) sickness.

Hyoscine - this medicine works by blocking a chemical in the brain called acetylcholine. It is a type of medicine called an antimuscarinic (or anticholinergic). It works well for nausea caused by ear problems and motion sickness.

Chlorpromazine , haloperidol , perphenazine, prochlorperazine , levomepromazine - these medicines work by blocking a chemical in the brain called dopamine. They are useful for nausea that is caused by some cancers, radiation and opiate medicines such as morphine and codeine. Prochlorperazine (or brand name Stemetil®) is one of the most used medicines for nausea. It works for many common causes of nausea, including vertigo, ear problems and sickness in pregnancy.

Metoclopramide - this medicine works directly on your gut. It eases the feelings of sickness by helping to empty the stomach and speed up how quickly food moves through the gut. It is often used for people with sickness due to gut problems or migraine. It is not usually used for more than a few days.

Domperidone - this medicine works on the CTZ. (CTZ stands for chemoreceptor trigger zone.) It also speeds up the emptying of the gut. It is not usually used for more than a few days. The use of domperidone is strictly regulated following a 2014 warning about the risk of cardiac (to do with the heart) side-effects. It is no longer available over the counter and should only be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time.

Dexamethasone - this is a steroid medicine. It is a man-made version of a natural hormone produced by your own body. Dexamethasone has a wide range of actions on many parts of the body. The reason why it reduces nausea is not clear.

Granisetron , ondansetron , and palonosetron - these medicines work by blocking a chemical called serotonin (5-HT) in the gut, and the brain. Serotonin (5-HT) has an action in the gut and the brain to cause nausea. These medicines are useful for controlling nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.

Aprepitant and fosaprepitant - these are newer medicines and work by blocking a chemical that acts on neurokinin receptors in the body to cause nausea. They are sometimes called neurokinin-1 receptor antagonists. They are usually given to people on a certain type of chemotherapy.

Nabilone - it is still not clear how this medicine works to control nausea. It is normally prescribed for people who are having chemotherapy.

Medicines for nausea are usually only prescribed once your doctor is sure what is causing your feeling of sickness (nausea). This is because, in a lot of cases, if you treat the condition causing your nausea, it will go away. For example, if your nausea is caused by taking too much of a particular medicine, your doctor will reduce the dose and your nausea will often go away.

If the cause of your nausea is not known, your doctor can still prescribe a medicine for you but it is much better to know what the cause is so the right medicine can be chosen.

The choice of medicine depends on various factors, including:

What is causing your feeling of sickness (nausea).

Whether you have any other medical conditions.

Whether you are pregnant.

Possible side-effects of the medicines.

It is not possible to list all the conditions that can cause nausea and which treatments are usually prescribed. However, some examples include:

Motion (travel) sickness : hyoscine is the most effective medicine for motion sickness. Promethazine, cyclizine, or cinnarizine also work well. See the separate leaflet called Motion Sickness (Travel Sickness) for more detail .

Pregnancy : if you are pregnant, your doctor will usually prefer not to treat nausea and being sick (vomiting) with medicines unless the symptoms are severe. However, if it is decided that you need treatment, generally promethazine, prochlorperazine, or metoclopramide may be prescribed. This is because they are not thought to harm the unborn baby. See the separate leaflet called Morning Sickness in Pregnancy for more detail .

Migraine : both metoclopramide and domperidone work well for nausea caused by a migraine. See the separate leaflet called Migraine Medication, Treatment and Prevention for more detail .

Chemotherapy : it is not unusual to take a combination of different medicines to control nausea and vomiting if you have chemotherapy. Some chemotherapy medicines are more likely than others to cause nausea and vomiting. If you have chemotherapy that has a low risk of nausea, your doctor will usually prescribe metoclopramide or domperidone. If you have chemotherapy that has a high risk of nausea, three medicines that work in a different way to each other may be prescribed - for example, ondansetron, dexamethasone and aprepitant. See the separate leaflet called Chemotherapy for more detail.

It is not possible to list all the possible side-effects of each of these medicines in this leaflet. However, as with all medicines, there are a number of side-effects that have been reported. To see the side-effects specific to your medicine, see the information leaflet that came with your medicine.

Common side-effects may include:

Constipation .

Headaches .

Drowsiness or tiredness.

Trouble with sleeping ( insomnia ).

Indigestion .

However, the side-effects are different with each different medicine. Most side-effects are not serious and each person may react differently to these medicines. Usually most people do not get the side-effects listed; however, they can happen to some people.

Further reading and references

• British National Formulary (BNF) ; NICE Evidence Services (UK access only)
• Flake ZA, Linn BS, Hornecker JR ; Practical selection of antiemetics in the ambulatory setting. Am Fam Physician. 2015 Mar 1;91(5):293-6.
• Becker DE ; Nausea, vomiting, and hiccups: a review of mechanisms and treatment. Anesth Prog. 2010 Winter;57(4):150-6; quiz 157. doi: 10.2344/0003-3006-57.4.150.
• Domperidone: risks of cardiac side effects. MHRA ; 2014

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Fight Off Nausea With the Best Sea Sickness Medicines

If you're going on a cruise, seasickness can be a major problem. There are many preventative measures you can take to mitigate this issue including wearing an eye patch to reduce visual stimulus, staying hydrated, and using ginger supplements, but sometimes these aren't enough. If you want to enjoy your trip to the fullest, you need sea sickness medication.

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• 1 Types of Sea Sickness Medicines
• 2 Prescription medicines
• 3 Over-the-counter medicines
• 4 Homeopathic sea sickness medicines
• 5 Tips for Using Sea Sickness Medicines Effectively
• 6 Avoid looking in the opposite direction
• 7 Look outside the window
• 8 Switch places
• 9 Get some fresh air
• 10 Distract yourself
• 11 Pick your seat carefully
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Dramamine Sea Sickness Medicine

Dramamine Sea Sickness Medicine is the number one doctor-recommended medicine that combines the clinically-tested ginger dosage with non-drowsy active ingredients to soothe an upset stomach quickly, so you can enjoy your cruise without any worries. Infused with natural ginger, this sea sickness medicine helps prevent nausea, vomiting, and dizziness associated with motion sickness. 

Free from artificial colors and flavors, it’s safe for children and is non-addictive, making it a good option for long-term use. This sea sickness medicine comes in tablet form, so you can just swallow it with some water. With its safe formula and amazing results, this sea sickness medicine has earned the top spot on our list. 

• Provides fast relief without any side effects
• Made with natural ginger 
• Contain 36 capsules per pack
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Don’t let motion sickness ruin your trip! Instead, consider taking Bonine Sea Sickness Medicine. Formulated with meclizine hydrochloride, a safe and effective antihistamine, this medicine mitigates the effects of vomiting, nausea, and vertigo. Because it causes minimal drowsiness, you can even use it before road trips or flights. 

This sea sickness medicine works within an hour and offers motion sickness relief for up to 24 hours so you can keep your wits about you even if the waves start to get rough. Suitable for both kids and adults, this sea sickness medicine won’t make you drowsy or cause headaches. It comes in chewable tablets and has a fruity flavor, so it’s easy for anyone to take.

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The Rugby Sea Sickness Medicine is the perfect addition to your travel first aid kit — whether you’re on the water, flying, or driving cross-country. Featuring 25 mg of meclizine HCL, this sea sickness medicine blocks the action of acetylcholine in the brain, preventing nausea, vomiting, and dizziness while calming the stomach. 

Available in a package of three containers with 100 tablets each, this sea sickness medicine is enough to get you through your next cruise or long plane ride without feeling sick to your stomach. If you’re taking other medication that includes meclizine as one of its ingredients then make sure this sea sickness medicine doesn’t conflict with your current regimen.

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Sea-Band Sea Sickness Medicine

If you’re looking for a way to combat seasickness, Sea-Band Sea Sickness is your best bet. Made with natural ginger, this sea sickness medicine helps with morning sickness, chemotherapy-induced nausea, and post-operative nausea, so you can get through these difficult moments of life with ease. 

Formulated with non-drowsy ingredients, it won’t cause side effects and can be used before you even feel sick, making it a great preemptive measure! Available in a pack of 24 gummies, this sea sickness medicine comes in convenient packaging, making it easy to carry with you on your next adventure.

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When you’re out on the water, or just traveling by car, train, or plane, it can be hard to keep yourself from feeling sick. But with the Equate Sea Sickness Medicine, you’ll be able to stay upright and alert through it all. Available in a bottle of 100 tablets, each pill contains 50 mg of dimenhydrinate, which works by blocking histamine receptors in your body, helping to relieve nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness.

These tablets are safe and effective, and they come at a price that’s hard to beat. You must follow the directions on the package closely when taking this medication and do not exceed the recommended dosage or use more than one dose at a time without first consulting your doctor.

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While there are prescription medicines that can treat motion sickness, mild to severe episodes can be treated with over-the-counter medicines. But how do you choose the right sea sickness medicine when there are so many options available? We’ve put together this detailed buying guide to simplify your choice so you can pick the perfect sea sickness medicine for your needs.

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Prescription medicines.

For many people, prescription scopolamine transdermal strips or pills can effectively treat seasickness. While scopolamine minimizes nausea and headaches, it might not be an ideal choice for those with glaucoma, urinary tract problems, gastrointestinal system issues, or breathing problems.

Over-the-counter medicines

Many people find that they can control or completely eliminate the unpleasantness of sea sickness by taking over-the-counter antihistamines, which you can purchase without a doctor’s consultation or prescription. You shouldn’t take any strong antihistamine before driving because it may cause sleepiness, sore throat, trouble urinating, and impaired vision. Even though these side effects are often mild, they can put your life in danger if you’re driving on your own.

We recommend taking an antihistamine roughly half an hour before boarding a plane or heading out on a cruise if you’re prone to seasickness. The efficacy of the antihistamine is significantly decreased if you wait until you feel nauseous before taking it.

Homeopathic sea sickness medicines

The idea behind homeopathic remedies is that even small doses of medicine might actually help cure the symptoms. Although homeopathy is not well supported by science, many individuals report feeling better after using them. Numerous homeopathic remedies for motion sickness often contain nux vomica, an extract from the nux vomica tree’s nuts. If you’re allergic to nuts, these might not be the ideal choice for you.

Tips for Using Sea Sickness Medicines Effectively

Avoid looking in the opposite direction.

While many people benefit from sea sickness medicines, the greatest therapy is to prevent sea sickness in the first place. Always look the same way you’re moving and avoid sitting on backward-facing seats on boats, trains, or buses.

Look outside the window

For many individuals, looking at a novel, tablet, smartphone, or other stationary objects inside a moving vessel — such as a boat or bus — makes them feel sick. Instead, you should look at the surrounding beauty or turn your eyes to the sky to avoid motion sickness.

Switch places

While some people feel better standing up, others feel better lying down. If you’re unsure which position suits you best, you should try switching positions whenever you can to see if one feels better than another.

Get some fresh air

If you’re traveling on a cruise that offers open-air seating, try to sit there. You can also try moving onto the boat’s deck since fresh air helps prevent sea sickness.

Distract yourself

Try to talk to someone, listen to music, enjoy the view, or meditate to distract yourself from feeling sick.

Pick your seat carefully

Sit in the most stable position possible in your means of transportation if you usually feel sea sick. We recommend avoiding sitting on the lower decks of a cruise ship. You should also avoid the stern of a smaller boat, which may be more stable than the front, but has a pungent fuel smell that may make you feel uncomfortable.

Eat healthy food before traveling

Avoid fatty, acidic, or heavy foods before your travel, and limit your alcohol consumption. Drink water or fizzy beverages to stay hydrated while traveling, which may help control or mitigate your feelings of sea sickness.

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Absolutely, but be sure to choose the medicine wisely. While the majority of healthy people may use over-the-counter antihistamines without any issues, those who have hypertension, thyroid issues, glaucoma, bladder infections, an enlarged prostate, or renal illness should consult a doctor first. 

Traveling on the water may cause more turbulence than traveling on the road or in the air, so it’s best to consult with your pharmacist and choose an over-the-counter medicine that’s known for controlling or treating sea sickness specifically.

Sadly, there is no proven method of treating sea sickness that always works. Although most individuals feel better after using these medicines, some patients get little benefit from them. Numerous research supports the fact that antihistamines provide relief to many people.

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BlueBloodedBlue · 14/05/2022 16:38

As I've got older, I'm increasingly suffering from travel sickness. Any recommendations for non-drowsy tablets or are they all much of a muchness?

Kwells don’t make me drowsy

My DDs swear by Boots own brand. Both were unaffected on the Scilly ferry in bad weather when the rest of their group were 🤢

Stugeron. UK ones much lower dosage than the same product in Spain but till seemed fairly effective on my last trip across the Bay of Biscay.

Boots own brand are my favourite non drowsy. They are the same formulation as Kwells. Phenergan if you want drowsy.

fussychica · 14/05/2022 17:04

Second Stugeron.

Cyclizine but you might need a prescription - it seems to come and go from being available OTC. If not Stugeron is not a bad substitute (25mg).

Benefit of quells & the boots own ones is they are quick acting so you can take only if you start feeling unwell. Whereas sturgeron has to be taken 2 hrs in advance. Boots own are my faves

Stugeron. Saved me on a messy ferry trip to the Scillies, and recommended by my host there.

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If you want SERIOUSLY effective travel sickness relief you can buy patches called Scopoderm patches. They can be got on private prescription, or they can be bought online but you go through a 'health check' questionnaire before it lets you buy them, to ensure you really want them for travel. Because they are only available privately, they are very expensive, about £34 for 2 patches or about £49 for 4, but each patch lasts up to 72 hours. Usually a patch is applied below the hairline, behind the ear. These patches are used by scientists travelling to places such as Antarctica, where the ships must cross the notorious 'Drakes Passage' sea voyage, which is very, very rough most of the time. There isn't much else that can cope with such seasickness. Depends on how seasick you get! The wording on the medication states: "The Scopoderm patch contains an active ingredient called 'hyoscine hydrobromide', which belongs to a group of medications named antimuscarinics. Hyoscine prevents motion sickness by interfering with the communication of particular nerve messages that would usually trigger vomiting and sickness". Might be useful for someone to know this, perhaps....

I would of said Stugeron previously, but have just been on a quite choppy cruise and used Avomine - which I bought in Superdrug - Brilliant things I would now not use anything else

Avomine are excellent, and I also use stugeron. Kwells make me feel high/drunk, to the point where I find it hard to walk in a straight line, but don’t have the same affect on my dd.

JoyRide are the only tablets that work for my son.

Sturgeon here too

Stugeron that should say (bloody autocorrect)...

Boots own brand are great, my children and I take them.

Boots and joy rides have the active ingredient hyoscine which is what's in the patches mentioned above. I find they're very effective

Kwells is also hyoscine hydrobromide, like the above patches (although perhaps a lower dose). I do prefer Stugeron personally, but you need to remember to take 2 hours prior, unlike Kwells which is just 20 mins. I got very nauseous with Kwells on an empty stomach.

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<span class="pink"><strong>Order before 8pm</strong></span> - Available to collect in-store in <span class="pink"><strong>3 - 4 working days.</strong></span><br /><br />We will email you when your order is available to pick up, please wait to receive an email before going to the store.

<span class="pink"><strong>Order before 5pm</strong></span> Monday - Friday (4.30pm in Northern Ireland) and collect next day in-store. Orders placed on Friday after 5pm, Saturday or Sunday will be available to collect by Tuesday.<br /><br /> We will email you when your order is available to pick up, please wait to receive an email before going to the store.<br /> <br /><b>Please note</b>: We are unable to offer this service to some of our stores in Highlands and Islands and some parts of Northern Ireland - <a target="_blank" href="/delInfo"><span class="pink"><b>click here</b></span></a> to see which stores. Please do not select this option for these stores.

Order online and collect from <span class="pink"><strong>30 minutes</strong></span> if your items are in stock in your chosen store (<i>* during store opening hours</i>) <br class="clear"> <p class="sdg-logisticslite"><span class="dg-logisticslite_bold">Quick Pick Up In-Store is Logistics Lite</span><br>meaning when you pick up instore you are helping us to reduce our emissions by reducing the number of deliveries we have to make to our customers across our logistics network

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<span class="pink"><strong>Order before 8pm</strong></span> - For delivery arriving in&nbsp;<span class="pink"><strong>3 - 4 working days</strong></span>.<br /><br />FREE Standard Delivery for registered <span class="green"><strong>Health</strong></span> &amp; <span class="pink"><strong>Beauty</strong>card</span> customers will be added at the last stage of check out. £20 minimum spend required. UK &amp; Ireland only.<br /><br /><span class="pink"><strong>Free</strong></span> for <span class="green"><strong>Health</strong></span> &amp; <span class="pink"><strong>Beauty</strong>card</span> members when you spend £20 or more.<br /><span class="pink"><strong>Free</strong></span> for non-members when you spend £25 or more.<br />All other orders £4.50

Order online and collect from <span class="pink"><strong>30 minutes</strong></span> if your items are in stock in your chosen store (<i>* during store opening hours</i>) <br class="clear"> <p class="sdg-logisticslite"><span class="dg-logisticslite_bold">Quick Pick Up In-Store is Logistics Lite</span><br>meaning when you pick up instore you are helping us to reduce our emissions by reducing the number of deliveries we have to make to our customers across our logistics network <span class="pickup-delivery-info__pickup-details"> <hr /> <span class="pink"><strong>Don't want to leave the house?</strong></span> Once your order is confirmed you may be able to arrange for your order to be delivered from the store to your door with <img alt="Stuart" src="https://media.superdrug.com/medias/sys_master/images/h96/h04/9007972778014/stuart-logo/stuart-logo.png" class="sdg-stuartdeliveryicons" />. Available to selected postcodes between 11am and 4pm. (<i>Delivery charges apply, check store opening times before booking</i>) </span> <span class="pickup-delivery-info__links"> <a class="pickup-delivery-info__link" href="/stuart-delivery" target="_blank"><strong>Click here to find out how it works &gt;</strong></a> <a class="pickup-delivery-info__link" href="/store-finder#search-stores" target="_blank"><strong>Find out which stores we deliver from &gt;</strong></a> </span>

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Dramamine Motion Sickness Relief Tablets UK

Browse our range of the #1 Pharmacist Recommended brand for motion sickness. Prevents and treats nausea, vomiting and dizziness. Always bring Dramamine with you! You don't want to be caught in the air, on the water, or on the road without Dramamine. 

Dramamine Original Formula  

●   Powerful, fast relief from motion sickness when you need it most ●   Treats severe symptoms on the spot ●   Prevents nausea, dizziness, vomiting & queasiness Available in a 12-count travel vial or 36-count box.

Dramamine All Day Less Drowsy  

●   Long-lasting formula ●   Treats and prevents nausea, dizziness, vomiting & queasiness ●  Relieves motion sickness symptoms with less drowsiness for up to 24 hours

Available in an 8-count travel vial.

Dramamine Chewable

Chewable delivers all the relief of Dramamine® Original Formula in the convenience of a chewable

●   Treats motion sickness symptoms on the spot

●   Prevents nausea, dizziness, vomiting & queasiness

Available in an 8-count box

Dramamine For Kids

The only medicated motion sickness relief product formulated just for children ages 2-12.

●   Treats symptoms on the spot ●   Prevents nausea, dizziness, vomiting & queasiness ●   Safe, precise dose in a fun, chewable grape flavor ●   Convenient travel case

Available in an 8-count box.

Dramamine UK Original Formula Motion Sickness Tablets

Dramamine Original Formula Motion Sickness Relief Tablets, 12 Count - Powerful, fast relief from motion sickness when you need it most - Treats sy...

Dramamine All Day Less Drowsy Motion Sickness Relief, 8 Count

Dramamine All Day Less Drowsy Motion Sickness Relief, 8 Count Relieves motion sickness symptoms with less drowsiness for up to 24 hours - Long las...

Dramamine Chewable Motion Sickness Relief for Kids, Grape, 8 Count

Dramamine Chewable Motion Sickness Relief for Kids, Grape, 8 Count Dramamine for Kids is the only medicated motion sickness relief product formulat...

Dramamine All Day Less Drowsy Motion Sickness Tablets

Dramamine All Day Less Drowsy Motion Sickness Relief, 12 Chewable Tablets, Raspberry Cream Flavor Dramamine All Day Less Drowsy Motion Sickness Rel...

Dramamine-N Long Lasting Formula Nausea Relief

Dramamine-N Long Lasting Nausea Relief Formula, 10 Tablets Get fast relief from everyday causes of nausea from the #1 name in motion-related nausea...

Dramamine Original Formula Motion Sickness Relief, 36 Count

Dramamine Original Formula Motion Sickness Relief, 36 Count - Powerful, fast relief from motion sickness when you need it most - Treats symptoms o...

Dramamine Chewable Tablets Motion Sickness Relief, 8 Count. Orange Flavour

Dramamine Chewable Tablets Motion Sickness Relief, 8 Count. Orange Flavour - Powerful, fast relief from motion sickness when you need it most - T...

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Dramamine Non-Drowsy, Motion Sickness Relief, Made with Natural Ginger, 18 Count Get non-drowsy relief from motion sickness* when you need it most ...

Dramamine Nausea Relief Ginger Chews 20 Ct

Dramamine Ginger Chews, Nausea Relief Soft Chews Lemon-Honey-Ginger, 20 Count Get fast relief from multiple causes of nausea from the number 1 nam...

Bonine Antiemetic Chewable Motion-Sickness Relief Tablets, Raspberry

Bonine, the once-daily travel tablet, helps prevent dizziness, nausea, and vomiting associated with motion sickness so you can travel with confide...

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Bonine Maximum Strength Chewable Motion Sickness Tablets, Peppermint, 16 Ct Bonine Maximum Strength Tablets with 50mg of meclizine HCL for motion s...

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Who can and cannot take hyoscine hydrobromide - Brand names: Kwells, Joy-Rides, Kwells Kids, Travel Calm, Scopoderm

Who can take hyoscine hydrobromide.

Hyoscine hydrobromide travel sickness tablets can be taken by most adults and children from the age of 3 years.

Patches for travel sickness can be used by most adults and children from the age of 10 years.

Who may not be able to take hyoscine hydrobromide

Hyoscine hydrobromide is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell a pharmacist or doctor before taking it if you:

• have ever had an allergic reaction to hyoscine hydrobromide or any other medicine
• have an eye problem called primary angle closure glaucoma
• have difficulty peeing or a bowel blockage
• have myasthenia gravis , a condition that causes muscle weakness
• have heart problems, including a very fast heart rate
• have thyroid, kidney or liver problems
• have epilepsy (seizures)
• have digestive problems, such as acid reflux or severe constipation
• have ulcerative colitis
• have a high temperature
• are pregnant or trying to get pregnant, as hyoscine hydrobromide is not recommended in pregnancy

Page last reviewed: 5 October 2022 Next review due: 5 October 2025