Motion Sickness Flashcards
1
Q
What are some non-drug treatments for motion sickness?
A
- Press on acupuncture point on wrist (2 fingernails away from center of writs (Sea-Band))
- Ginger
2
Q
What drugs are used for motion sickness?
A
- Scopolamine Patch
- Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) Oral [take 30 - 60 mins before needed]
- Meclizine (Dramamine Less Drowsy Oral [take 30 - 60 mins before needed
- Bendryl
3
Q
what are some contraindications for Scopolamine Patch for motion sickness?
A
- Hypersensitivity to belladonna and closed-angle glaucoma?
4
Q
What are some side effects for scopolamine patch in motion sickness?
A
- Dry Mouth
- CNS Effects (Drowsiness, Dizziness, Confusion)
- Stinging of Eyes and Pupil Dilation
- Withdrael symptoms
5
Q
What are some additional notes for scopolamine patchs in motion sickness?
A
- apply 4 h before needing it; press for 30 secs
- Remove before MRI
- Avoid Alcohol
6
Q
What are some warnings for Dimenhydrinate for Motion Sickness?
A
- CNS Depression
- Increase intraocular pressure (Glaucoma)
7
Q
What are some side effects of Dimenhydrinate in motion sickness?
A
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Blurry Vision
8
Q
What are some ** warnings** for meclizine in motion sickness>
A
- CNS depression
- Increased intraocular pressure (glacoma)
9
Q
What are some side effects for meclizine in motion sickness?
A
- Drowsiness (less)
- Dry Mouth
- Dry/Blurred Vision
10
Q
What are some additional notes for Mecilizine in motion sickness?
A
- More Commonly used in Vertigo
11
Q
What are some important things to know about the scopolamine patch used for motion sickness?
A
- Apply 4 hours before needed or night before surgery
- Press firmly for 30 seconds
- Try to avoid placing patch over hair
- DO NOT drive
