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meclizine
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Princeton's WordNet
meclizine, meclizine hydrochloride, Antivertnoun
an antihistamine (trade name Antivert) used to treat or prevent motion sickness
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meclizinenoun
A piperazine antihistamine considered to be an antiemetic.
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Meclizine
Meclizine, sold under the brand name Bonine, among others, is an antihistamine used to treat motion sickness and dizziness (vertigo). It is taken by mouth. Effects generally begin in an hour and last for up to a day.Common side effects include sleepiness and dry mouth. Serious side effects may include allergic reactions. Use in pregnancy appears safe, but has not been well studied while use in breastfeeding is of unclear safety. It is believed to work in part by anticholinergic and antihistamine mechanisms.Meclizine was patented in 1951 and came into medical use in 1953. It is available as a generic medication and often over the counter. In 2020, it was the 142nd most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 4 million prescriptions.
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meclizine
Meclizine is a type of medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as antihistamines. It is primarily used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness or vertigo. It works by reducing the natural chemical histamine in the body, helping it to normalise the sense of balance. It is typically taken orally, in either tablet or capsule form.
U.S. National Library of Medicine
Meclizine
A histamine H1 antagonist used in the treatment of motion sickness, vertigo, and nausea during pregnancy and radiation sickness.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of meclizine in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of meclizine in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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