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Motion Sickness

Dosage form
TABLET
Labeler
CVS Pharmacy
Label updated
2026-07-16
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DIMENHYDRINATE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient (in each tablet)

Dimenhydrinate 50 mg

Purpose

Antiemetic

Uses

for prevention and treatment of these symptoms associated with motion sickness:

  • nausea
  • vomiting
  •  dizziness
Warnings

Do not use

for children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • glaucoma
  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
  • difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

When using this product

  • marked drowsiness may occur
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • avoid alcoholic beverages
  • use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • do not take more than directed
  • to prevent motion sickness, the first dose should be taken 1/2 to 1 hour before starting activity
  • to prevent or treat motion sickness, see below:
adults and children 12 years and over
  • take 1 to 2 tablets every 4-6 hours
  • do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor
children 6 to under 12 years
  • give 1/2 to 1 tablet every 6-8 hours
  • do not give more than 3 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor
children 2 to under 6 years
  • give 1/2 tablet every 6-8 hours
  • do not give more than 1 1/2 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor
Other information
  • each tablet contains: calcium 35 mg
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF OUTER PACKAGE IS OPENED OR BLISTER IS TORN OR BROKEN
  • store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  • protect from moisture
  • see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients

croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide, stearic acid

Questions or comments?

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♥CVS

NDC 59779-198-02

Original Formula
MOTION SICKNESS
Dimenhydrinate
Tablets, 50 mg, Antiemetic

Compare to Dramamine® Original Formula active ingredient*

Prevents & Relieves:
Nausea, Vomiting & Dizziness for Children & Adults | DYE FREE

12 TABLETS

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 0998947c-cfba-497e-bf7a-9c7f8fff1764 · Version 17
NDC: 59779-198