Meclizine Hcl 12.5 Mg
Also sold as MECLIZINE
From 1 official FDA drug label · RxNorm 995624
What it is used for
These are the uses the FDA has approved for this label. Using it for anything else is “off-label”: ask your prescriber why.
Uses prevents and treats nausea, vomiting or dizziness associated with motion sickness
How to take it
Directions dosage should be taken 1 hour before travel starts adults and children 12 years and over take 2 or 4 caplets once daily or as directed by a doctor
Serious warnings and precautions
Warnings Do not use in children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Do not take unless directed by a doctor if you have glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Do not take if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers, without first consulting your doctor. When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
When using this product
When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Forms and strengths available
From RxNorm. Which forms and strengths are actually stocked varies by pharmacy and country.
Reactions people have reported
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Recalls
Research & studies
Recent higher-quality studies about Meclizine Hcl 12.5 Mg, from PubMed. We link to the source — titles only. This is not medical advice.
Similar medicines
Meclizine Hcl 12.5 Mg belongs to the Piperazine derivatives class. Other medicines in it:
Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist
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- What side effects should I watch for, and which ones need urgent attention?
- Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
- What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?
Why you can trust this
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- FDA labelAdvanced Rx LLC· version 1· published Sep 1, 2025· retrieved Oct 19, 2026· View this label on DailyMed