Can taking dramamine help on amusement park rides?
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Yes, over-the-counter (OTC) motion sickness drugs can help. I've tried them myself for this problem. I prefer Bonine, myself. Here's a list from eNotes.com:
Over-the-counter drugs
The following OTC drugs contain ingredients that are considered by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be safe and effective for the treatment of motion sickness:
--Marezine (and others) includes the active ingredient cyclizine and is not for use in children under six years of age.
--Benadryl (and others) includes the active ingredient diphenhydramine and is not for use in children under age two without a doctor's permission.
--Dramamine (and others) includes the active ingredient dimenhydrinate and is not for use in children under two years of age.
--Bonine (and others) includes the active ingredient meclizine and is not for use in children under age 12.
The FDA recommends that people with emphysema, chronic bronchitis, glaucoma, or difficulty urinating due to an enlarged prostate do not use OTC drugs for motion sickness unless directed by their doctor. Children should not be given OTC motion sickness medication without first checking with a healthcare professional.
Check the link for more info, plus a list of prescription drugs, if you feel the situation may warrant that, though I think the OTC drug may be sufficient for you. Good luck and have fun!!
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Yes, if taken 30 mins prior to riding. Get the non-drowsy formula.
absolutely. go for the less drowsy version and have them take it 30 minutes prior to getting on any rides.
Yes it can help as Dramamine is for motion sickness.
I'm surprised that dramamine is still around. Mind you, some people react to 2 pills like they were on LSD. Better test it first.
i think so.on windy roads that go back and forth back and forth it seems to help alot.i think dramamine is really good.try that. take 30 minutes prior and take non drowsy.have fun at the amusement park!
Yes, take 30-60 minutes before riding, and take the non-drowsy version otherwise you will be asleep :)
yep make sure you get the kind that doesn't make you drowsy I get motion sickness as well
go and have fun
Yes dramamine will help. So will Benedryl. You can also ask the pharmasist for patches for motion sickness.
I get motion sick on a swing! I take Dramamine anytime I have to ride in a car over 30 minutes and it works for me! It even worked for me on a plane..........so I would say, yes, take it.
I get really sick and those work although even the nondrowsy make me sleepy.
I use those pressure point wristbands and they work SO GREAT for me!! I would suggest them to anyone. My nieces and nephews have used them since they were 5 and swear by them!!
yea
I get motion sickness and Dramamine has never worked for me. All I get is drowsy, even with the non-drowsy kind. I think Bonine is a much better drug for motion sickness. You take it 30 - 45 minutes BEFORE you get on any rides.
Yes! I have gone to Disneyworld and to Six Flags parks with Dramamine in the past year and it was very helpful. I still felt a little dizzy on rides, but I recovered way faster than I would without it. I never would have survived the trips without it!
Yes it can. I am still prone to motion sickness and Dramamine, in particular is very helpful, if taken as directed. By that I mean at least a half hour before going on such rides.
Take care to read ALL of the directions. Even the non drowsy formula can still impair your driving. The single dose shoud be good for about 4 hours or more, so I shouldn't worry about the drive home.
I am one who can get violently ill for even a brief glance down while going around a curve. That pill really works well for amusement park rides, cruises on the bay and on lakes and rivers and bus rides. I haven't got the guts to go on a real cruise yet.
Dramamine can make you drowsy.
Those cuffs with the buttons on them to prevent motion sickness don't work for you?
It could help, but it could also make you tired. ( non- drowsy or not ) Drink plenty of water with it, it can dehydrate you as well.
I wouldnt reccomend doing that. Dramamine is known to make you hallucinate and stuff. Could have weird effects.
i take it everytime i go cause, i get so sick otherwise. it helps me, and now all i don't like is when the rollar coster is going up, and it cliicks.
things that spin around would be considered extreme motion, so i am not sure it would help, but it definately would not hurt to try it.....whatever floats your boat.....but i cannot enven ride on a carousel!
i would try taking it. it should help. don't get the regular tho.. that makes you TIRED! ol, get non drowsy
I would consult a Doctor. some people have problems with it.
Yes, but be careful b/c even the "less drowsy" can make some people sleepy! They do me, so be careful driving!
Possibly,
However Dramamine does cause drowsiness so while you might not experience nausea, you also won't be awake for anything else. Dramamine works best with sleep(I travel a lot!)
Yes dramamine is good for motion sickness of any kind. Should be taken about 1 hour before you go on any rides and will probably make you a little sleepy.
yes my mom takes it all of the time
Dramamine is not intended for amusement parks. What you might take there is acunex or misantre.
Dramamine makes me too sleepy!
I don't think so, those OTC drugs are only for mild motions, not voluntary shake em up machines.
Meditation during the ride works.
It does wonders for me. I take it one hour before a plane ride, and get no nausia at all. Without it, I'm in misery.
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