Dramin is a drug that contains dimenhydrinate in its composition, indicated for the treatment of nausea and vomiting in situations such as pregnancy, labyrinthitis, movement diseases, after radiation treatments and before and /or after surgeries.
This medicine can be bought in pharmacies, in the form of drops or pills, for a price of approximately 8 to 15 reais, upon presentation of a prescription.
Dramin may be indicated to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting in the following situations:
In addition, it can also be used to prevent and control dizzying disorders and labyrinthitis.Learn how to identify symptoms of labyrinthitis.
Yes, one of the most common side effects is drowsiness, so it is very likely that the person will feel drowsy for a few hours after taking the medication.
Both drugs contain dimenhydrinate, a substance that inhibits the center of vomiting and the functions of the brain labyrinth, thus alleviating nausea and vomiting; however, Dramin B6 also contains vitamin B6, known as pyridoxine, which is involved in the synthesis of substances that act in areas such as the labyrinth, cochlea, lobby and vomiting center, responsible for the onset of nausea and vomiting, which enhances the action of the medication.
This medicine should be given immediately before or during meals and swallowed with water.If the person intends to travel, they should take the medicine at least half an hour before the trip.
The tablets are indicated for children over 12 years and adults, and the recommended dose is 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours, avoiding exceeding 400 mg per day.
The solution for drinking in drops can be used in children over 2 years and in adults and the recommended dose is 1.25 mg (0.5 ml) per kg body weight, as shown in the table.
In people with hepatic impairment, the dose should be reduced
Dramin is counterinditive in people with hypersensitivity to formula components and in people with porphyria.In addition, the drop drink solution should not be used in children under 2 years of age and tablets should not be used in children under 12 years of age.
Some of the most common side effects that can occur during treatment with Dramin are sedation, drowsiness and headaches.