Managing Nausea and Vomiting
Nausea & Vomiting
Around 15 – 20% of our patients will experience nausea or vomiting when starting this medication.
This can make eating unpleasant and difficult, but it is important to try to eat if you can.
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Cyclizine
See more details about Cyclizine on the NHS website here
- You can usually take cyclizine when you need it, up to 3 times a day.
- Common side effects include feeling sleepy and blurred vision.
- Cyclizine starts to work about 30 minutes after taking it. You should feel better after 1 to 2 hours.
- Do not drive, cycle or operate heavy machinery if cyclizine makes you feel sleepy or dizzy or affects your concentration.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking cyclizine, as it increases the risk of side effects.
Metoclopramide
See more details about Metoclopramide on the NHS website here
- You can usually take Metoclopramide when you need it, up to 3 times a day.
- Common side effects include feeling sleepy and blurred vision.
- Metoclopramide starts to work about 30 minutes after taking it. You should feel better after 1 to 2 hours.
- Do not drive, cycle or operate heavy machinery if Metoclopramide makes you feel sleepy or dizzy or affects your concentration.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Metoclopramide, as it increases the risk of side effects.
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