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It does not rise to the level of more serious ailments like Diabetes, cancer or Heart disease. Sometimes, the symptoms can come on quite unexpectedly. When you are traveling in any kind of conveyance and your stomach starts to act up, you probably are experiencing motion sickness.
Motion sickness or kinetosis occurs when the body and the mind are not in synchronization in a traveling vehicle. Approximately one in every three people suffer motion sickness to some degree. Any movement that the body can feel, but you don’t see coming, can trigger this uncomfortable feeling. Getting car sick is pretty common. If you are driving in a car and the road suddenly dips and then rises, you could feel some level of discomfort. A few more dips and rises and you may find yourself ready to vomit.
Sea sickness is another form of motion sickness than many people experience. If you are out in some rough waters and the boat or ship you are on, tosses up and down and side to side, you may become nauseous. You might even become dizzy and disoriented, unable to retain your balance and equilibrium. Usually, you get seasick when you are inside a ship and have no view of the sea. Stepping out on deck, can sometimes alleviate the symptoms. In severe cases, taking dramamine can help stop the queasy feeling.
It has been reported that almost 50% of all astronauts experience space sickness, a form of motion sickness that occurs because the eyes and mind can not process the extreme speed and movement of the space craft. Astronauts undergo special training in a centrifuge to test their tolerance for gravitational pull (G-Force) and the motion sickness it may cause.
You can get used to living with motion sickness. Knowing in advance what situations make you most susceptible to this problem, you can prepare yourself mentally and usually avoid motion sickness. If you are going on a rollercoaster or an amusement ride that shakes you all about, anticipating the twists, drops and jerking movements, makes it easier on your body. Some people just can’t help it and may get sick and throw up anyway. Well, the good thing about motion sickness is it is over quickly and you’ll feel better in a few minutes.
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Why chlorpromazine is not useful for motion sickness?
why chlorpromazine is not used in motion sickness
What is the second top sickness in the world?
Motion sickness
What is the equivalent of Dramamine for motion sickness relief?
The equivalent of Dramamine for motion sickness relief is Meclizine.
What type of drug is motion sickness?
I think you was asking, what type of drugs are used in the treatment of motion sickness. Those are antiemetics.
What actors and actresses appeared in Motion Sickness - 2011?
The cast of Motion Sickness - 2011 includes: Jayne McLendon as Persephone
How is motion sickness treated by medication?
There are a variety of medications to help ease the symptoms of motion sickness, and most of these are available without a prescription.
How effective is ondansetron in treating motion sickness?
Ondansetron is moderately effective in treating motion sickness by reducing nausea and vomiting symptoms.
Have you ever tried using airplane sickness pills to alleviate symptoms of motion sickness during flights?
Yes, some people use airplane sickness pills to help with symptoms of motion sickness during flights.
Do bonine motion sickness pills work?
In my experience, yes they do. My wife got motion sickness within minutes every time she flew in small airplanes. She took these puills and went up for the first time with no motion sickness at all.
Is Dramamine the same as Zofran in terms of their effectiveness in treating motion sickness?
No, Dramamine and Zofran are not the same in terms of their effectiveness in treating motion sickness. Zofran is generally considered more effective for preventing and treating motion sickness compared to Dramamine.
What would happen if you had motion sickness and you watched the horror movie Cloverfield?
Because the whole movie is supposedly filmed on a video camera, it moves quickly from scene to scene and can give you head aches, even if you don't have motion sickness. If you did have motion sickness, you would probably feel sick and have head aches. This is why in some theatres it says warning: motion sickness
What are some home remedies for motion sickness?
In general when dealing with motion sickness it is best to avoid eating large amounts of food or any alcohol before or after going on a car, boat, or similar vehicle. While in motion looking off into the distance can help reduce sickness. A remedy if motion sickness is contracted is to use Ginger Ale or peppermint candy.
