Cyclizine

Therapeutic Group

Anti-Emetic & Anti-Nauseants

Indication Dosage

Cyclizine is a medication used to treat nausea and vomiting, particularly those associated with motion sickness or certain medical procedures. It is also used as a preventive measure before anesthesia or surgery. Additionally, Cyclizine may be prescribed to manage vertigo and dizziness caused by inner ear problems.

Nausea, Vomiting, Vertigo, Motion Sickness, Labyrinthine Disorders: 

Oral: 

  • Adult: 50 Mg Up To 3 Times A Day, For Motion Sickness, Take 1-2 Hrs Before Departure. 

By IV Or IM Inj: 

  • Adult: 50 Mg 3 Times A Day 

Nausea And Vomiting Of Known Cause, Nausea And Vomiting Associated With Vestibular Disorders And Palliative Care: 

Oral, By IV Or IM Inj: 

  • Children 6-11 Yrs: 25 Mg Up To 3 Times A Day, IV Injection, To Be Given Over 3-5 Min, For Motion Sickness, Take 1-2 Hrs Before Departure; 
  • 12-17 Yrs: 50 Mg Up To 3 Times A Day, IV Injection, To Be Given Over 3-5 Min, For Motion Sickness, Take 1-2 Hrs Before Departure. 

By IV Infusion, Or By Sc Infusion: 

  • Children 1-23 Months: 3 Mg/kg, Dose To Be Given Over 24 Hrs; 2-5 Years: 50 Mg, Dose To Be Given Over 24 Hrs; 6-11 Years: 75 Mg, Dose To Be Given Over 24 Hrs; 12-17 Years: 150 Mg, Dose To Be Given Over 24 Hrs. 

Nausea And Vomiting Associated With Palliative Care: 

By Sc Infusion: 

  • Adult: 150 Mg, Dose To Be Given Over 24 Hours 

Oral: 

  • Adult: 50 Mg Up To 3 Times A Day.

Content

  • Tab: Cyclizine Hci 50mg.
  • Inj: Cyclizine Hci 50mg.
  • Syp: Per 5 ml: Cyclizine Hci 12.5mg.

Pregnancy

Contraindicated

Stability

  • Antihistamine

Contra Indications

  • Porphyria, Severe Hepatic And Renal Impairment.

Precautions

  • Porphyria, Severe Hepatic And Renal Impairment.

Lactation

  • Caution Advised

Side Effects

  • Tardive Dyskinesia
  • Neurologic Effects
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (discontinue )anaphylaxis
  • Angioedema
  • Angle-closure Glaucoma
  • Tachycardia
  • Urticaria
  • Arrhythmias
  • Blood Disorders
  • Bronchospasm
  • Confusion
  • Convulsions
  • Depression
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Extra Pyramidal Effects
  • Hypersensitivity Reactions
  • Hypotension
  • Liver Dysfunction
  • Palpitation
  • Paradoxical Stimulation
  • Blur Vision
  • Photosensitivity Reactions
  • Rashes
  • Sleep Disturbances
  • Tremor.