A1,
A2,
B,
C1,
C2,
D,
E,
F,
G-H,
I-K,
L,
M,
N,
O,
P1,
P2,
Q-R,
S,
T,
U-V,
W-Z
Antivert Warnings, Precautions, Pregnancy, Nursing, Abuse - Meclizine
Antivert Warnings, Precautions, Pregnancy, Nursing, Abuse - Meclizine
WARNINGS
Since drowsiness
may, on occasion, occur with use of this drug,
patients should be warned of this possibility and cautioned against
driving a car or operating dangerous machinery.
Patients should avoid alcoholic
beverages while taking the drug. Due to its potential
anticholinergic
action, this drug should
be used with caution in patients with asthma,
glaucoma, or enlargement
of the prostate gland. Do not give to children under 12 years of
age unless directed by a
doctor.
PRECAUTIONS
The Meclizine Hydrochloride Tablets, 25 mg
and 50 mg contain FD&C
Yellow #5 (tartrazine) which may cause
allergic-type reactions (including bronchial asthma) in certain
susceptible individuals.
Although the overall incidence of FD&C Yellow #5 (tartrazine)
sensitivity in the
general population is low it is frequently seen in patients who
also have aspirin hypersensitivity.
Usage In Children
Clinical studies establishing safety and effectiveness
in children have not been done; therefore, usage is not recommended
under 12 years of age.
Usage In Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category B. Reproduction studies in rats
have shown cleft palates
at 25-50 times the human
dose. Epidemiological studies in pregnant
women, however, do not indicate that meclizine hydrochloride increases
the risk of abnormalities
when administered during pregnancy. Despite the animal
findings, it would appear that the possibility of fetal harm is
remote. Nevertheless, meclizine hydrochloride, or any other medication
should be used during pregnancy
only if clearly necessary.
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