CINNARIZINE

Indications & Dose:

Relief of symptoms of vestibular disorders, such as vertigo, tinnitus, nausea, and vomiting in Ménière’s disease 

• BY MOUTH

Child 5–11 years: 15 mg 3 times a day

Child 12–17 years: 30 mg 3 times a day

Adult: 30 mg 3 times a day

Motion sickness

• BY MOUTH

Child 5–11 years: Initially 15 mg, dose to be taken 2 hours before travel, then 7.5 mg every 8 hours if required, dose to be taken during journey

Child 12–17 years: Initially 30 mg, dose to be taken 2 hours before travel, then 15 mg every 8 hours if required, dose to be taken during journey

Adult: Initially 30 mg, dose to be taken 2 hours before travel, then 15 mg every 8 hours if required, dose to be taken during journey 

Contraindications:

 Porphyria 

Side Effects:

Cautions:

Precautions:

Parkinson’s disease. Hypotension. 

Interaction:

Alcohol, CNS depressants, TCADs.

Pregnancy: Contraindicated in pregnancy. 

Warnings:

Adverse Effects:

Lactations:

 Contraindicated or not recommended.

Special Precautions:

Counselling:

Side Effects Or Adverse Reactions:

Patient And Carer Advice: