Travelit50 mg
Rx- Generic:
- Cyclizine Hydrochloride
- Company:
- Sharif Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- 10's pack
৳ 60/unit
Pack: ৳ 600
Description
Travelit 50 mg is a tablet manufactured by Sharif Pharmaceuticals Ltd. in Bangladesh. Its active ingredient is Cyclizine Hydrochloride.
Indications
- Travelit is indicated in-
- Motion sickness: Travelit is indicated for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting.
- PONV (Postoperative nausea & vomiting)
- Meniere's disease etc.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to the other excipients. Cyclizine is contraindicated in the presence of acute alcohol intoxication. The anti-emetic properties of cyclizine may increase the toxicity of alcohol.
Pharmacology
Cyclizine Hydrochloride is an US FDA approved antihistaminic antiemetic drug. It possesses anticholinergic and antiemetic properties. It reduces excitability of inner ear labyrinth and acts directly on vomiting (Emetic) centre in the brain stem.
Dosage & Administration
- Motion Sickness:
- Adults
- : 1 Tablet (50 mg)
- Children: (6 years & above)
- : 1/2 Tablet (25 mg). 1 tablet should be taken at least 30 minutes before journey (before or after meal), repeat 1 tablet if journey is more than 6 hours
- Postoperative Nausea & Vomiting, Meniere's disease:
- Adults
- : 1 Tablet (50 mg) every 6-8 hours daily
- Children: (6 years & above)
- : 1/2 Tablet (25 mg) every 6-8 hours daily
Interaction
Travelit may have additive effects with alcohol and other CNS depressants e.g. hypnotics, tranquillisers, anaesthetics, antipsychotics & barbiturates. It enhances the soporific effect of pethidine & also counteract the haemodynamic benefits of opioid analgesics.
Side Effects
Itching or skin rashes, swelling of the face, lips or throat, difficulty in breathing or wheeziness.
Pregnancy & Lactation
It is safe in pregnancy according to TGA category "A" & US FDA category "B". Cyclizine Hydrochloride is excreted in milk. So in case of lactating mother, precaution should be taken before taking Cyclizine Hydrochloride.
Precautions & Warnings
Travelit should be used with caution and appropriate monitoring in patients with glaucoma, urinary retention, obstructive disease of the gastrointestinal tract, hepatic disease, hypertension, epilepsy, severe heart failure.
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C temperature.Protected from light & moisture.Keep all the medicines out of the reach of children.
Disclaimer: This information is for reference only. Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
At a glance
Cyclizine Hydrochloride is an antihistaminic antiemetic drug used for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting in motion sickness, postoperative nausea & vomiting (PONV), and Meniere's disease.
Indications
- Motion sickness (prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting)
- Postoperative nausea & vomiting (PONV)
- Meniere's disease
Dosage
Motion Sickness:
Adults: 1 Tablet (50 mg)
Children (6 years & above): 1/2 Tablet (25 mg)
Take 1 tablet at least 30 minutes before journey, repeat 1 tablet if journey is more than 6 hours.
Postoperative Nausea & Vomiting, Meniere's disease:
Adults: 1 Tablet (50 mg) every 6-8 hours daily
Children (6 years & above): 1/2 Tablet (25 mg) every 6-8 hours daily
Side effects
- Itching or skin rashes
- Swelling of the face, lips or throat
- Difficulty in breathing or wheeziness
Precautions & warnings
- Glaucoma
- Urinary retention
- Obstructive disease of the gastrointestinal tract
- Hepatic disease
- Hypertension
- Epilepsy
- Severe heart failure