Cyclizine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Cyclizine is an anti-sickness antihistamine. It is used for nausea, vomiting, motion sickness, vertigo and Meniere's disease. In Pakistan it is available as syrup and injections, made by 3 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Cyclizine works

Cyclizine is an antihistamine that blocks histamine and acetylcholine signals in the parts of the brain that control vomiting, including the pathway from the balance organ in the inner ear. By damping down these signals it reduces the feeling of sickness and the urge to vomit.

What is Cyclizine used for?

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Motion sickness
• Vertigo
• Meniere's disease

Cyclizine is used to prevent and relieve nausea and vomiting. It is often taken before a journey to prevent travel sickness, and it can also help with sickness linked to vertigo and inner ear problems such as Meniere's disease. Doctors sometimes use it for nausea after an operation or sickness caused by other medicines. It works best when taken before the sickness starts.

Side effects of Cyclizine

Cyclizine is generally well tolerated, although it can make some people drowsy. Common side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Headache

Get medical help urgently if you have a fast or irregular heartbeat, confusion or hallucinations, a fit, or signs of an allergic reaction such as swelling of the face or difficulty breathing.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have glaucoma, an enlarged prostate or difficulty passing urine, epilepsy, heart failure or liver disease.
• It can make you drowsy, so do not drive or operate machinery if affected, and avoid alcohol.
• Other medicines that cause drowsiness, including sleeping tablets, strong painkillers and other antihistamines, can add to this effect.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a doctor or pharmacist before using Cyclizine.
• See a doctor if vomiting continues, if you cannot keep fluids down, or if there are signs of dehydration.

Frequently asked questions about Cyclizine

What is the price of Cyclizine in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Cyclizine products currently in stock range from Rs 22 to Rs 195 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Medizine 12.5mg|5ml Syrup at Rs 22. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Cyclizine are available in Pakistan?

Cyclizine is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Marzine (Glaxo Smithkline Ltd), Medizine (Mediceena) and Nausin (Siza International).

Do I need a prescription for Cyclizine?

Cyclizine is generally available without a prescription. Read the leaflet before use and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure, especially for children, during pregnancy, or if you take other medicines.

Can Cyclizine be used during pregnancy?

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a doctor or pharmacist before using Cyclizine.

Are all Cyclizine brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Cyclizine in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Cyclizine brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 3 products containing Cyclizine from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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