Ok well my aunt and her family went on the Carnival Sensation during Thanksgiving, she got sea sick, she tried those patches and it did not work, she went to the ship doctor and they gave her a shot, it sstoped her from vomitting but she got knocked out for the rest of the day, which she didn't like cuz she wanted to enjoy the ship.
So after they came back she told my mom about it, and my mom gets sea sick just looking at the ocean! so ya shes queezy, so we were planning to go in June to Cozumel on Carnival Fascination, and I want to know what medicine she can use (off the counter or presription is ok) that is strong and will work for her
and my aunt tried the patches and no luck.
Now my mom doesnt wanna go cuz shell get it worse than my aunt!!
thanks!!!!!!!
anyways lol heres a joke my cuzin said to my aunt on the cruise
Aunt: Vommiting in toilet
Cusin: Mom you are acting like you are pregant!
lol!
2007-12-01 16:08:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ Cruise Travel
I said no patches
cuz they did not work for my aunt
2007-12-01 16:16:14 · update #1
Dramamine will stop the sea sickness but may also make you sleepy. I have not tried this myself but has some tell me if you take Claritin-D every morning you will not get sea sick. Also make sure you have a cabin near mid-ship and on a lower deck if getting sea sick while sleeping is a problem.
2007-12-02 01:12:36 · answer #1 · answered by firemedic6378 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dramamine should work and it should be taken before
Dimenhydrinate is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It is most effective when taken to prevent motion sickness rather than waiting to treat symptoms that have already started.
Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine. It is not known exactly how dimenhydrinate stops motion sickness. It is thought to work by blocking a certain natural substance (acetylcholine) and preventing its effects on the inner ear. The inner ear helps maintain your sense of balance and position.
OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.
Dimenhydrinate is also used to treat other motion and balance problems, such as feelings of dizziness/spinning (vertigo) and inner ear problems (e.g., Meniere's disease).
How to use Dramamine Oral
Take this medication by mouth, with or without food, 30 minutes to 1 hour before starting activity such as travel. The chewable tablets should be chewed thoroughly before being swallowed.
If you are using a long-acting form of this medication, be sure to swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush or chew.
Measure the liquid medication with a dose-measuring spoon or device, not a regular teaspoon, to make sure you have the correct dose.
Follow the directions for dosing on the label, or take as directed by your doctor. Do not take more medication than recommended. Your dosage is based on your age, medical condition and response to therapy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens."
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2007-12-01 16:20:38 · answer #2 · answered by hispanna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just because the patch did not work for your Aunt does not mean it will not work for your mother. She should go see her family Doc and get his/her recommendation.(obviously over the counter meds may not work for your mother) Typically the water is pretty calm and you will not feel the boat rocking, however going in the Sept to November time frame is generally not a good idea (hurricane season) as the seas can be rough. You are now outside that time frame and the sea should return to normal.
2007-12-02 08:45:36 · answer #3 · answered by stepmiller2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used ginger tablets and they worked. Others on the ship were sea sick but I was fine, and I get sea sick easily. I also recommend eating bland foods (bread, crackers ...).
Ginger tablets were the only thing that worked on Mythbusters.
Finally, you might get smooth seas. This is what we had on the way back form Cozumel ...
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b103/ZefH/Freedom%20OTS/Calmseas.jpg
2007-12-01 16:18:15 · answer #4 · answered by Zef H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MY wife's family used the patch that goes behind your ear, the trick is to start using it the day before you leave on the cruise. It worked great for them.
2007-12-01 16:15:19 · answer #5 · answered by Gordon S 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
try Dramamine. . . I bought it for my cruise, but I didn't need it.
2007-12-01 16:13:49 · answer #6 · answered by peaches6 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋