Motion sickness pill on DCL

[Canam]

Does anyone know the name or type of motion sickness pill passed out on DCL? I would like to start taking it before I get on the ship.

 

[Shanti]

Does anyone know the name or type of motion sickness pill passed out on DCL? I would like to start taking it before I get on the ship.

What makes you think you'd need any medication? If you're not already used to taking motion sickness medication on cruises, you shouldn't take anything until a need becomes apparent. Most cruisers never need medication.

 

[ahain]

As I recall, it is generic Dramamine. In my DD's experience, she has better luck/less drowsiness with Bonine (Meclizine HCL). DH and I both use the prescription Scopolamine patch. YMMV


ETA...other posters have suggested it is generic meclizine (Bonine), which could very well be true. We haven't used the DCL-provided meds in several years

 

[ahain]

What makes you think you'd need any medication? If you're not already used to taking motion sickness medication on cruises, you shouldn't take anything until a need becomes apparent. Most cruisers never need medication.

I'm not certain it is safe to say ".....Most cruisers never need medication..." I can tell you that everyone in my family uses some sort of motion-sickness meds while cruising - from Bonine to a prescription Scopolamine patch. Some people are more prone to motion-sickness even riding in a car. Some people have motion sickness that is triggered/aggravated by excitement or anxiety....everyone is different. OP likely has a feel for whether or not they are likely to need meds.

 

[morgan98]

If you truly suffer from motion sickness, you need to find the medication that works for you the best. I would not start taking a certain type because you are planning on getting it for free once on board.

I am 48 years old and truly suffer from motion sickness. I mean I still get car sick with some regularity if I do not take my medicine - especially in certain circumstances. I know my triggers. I would never risk not having my preferred medication with me.

 

[Starwind]

Does anyone know the name or type of motion sickness pill passed out on DCL? I would like to start taking it before I get on the ship.

It is generic meclizine. IIRC they are chewables. So, Bonine, Less Drowsy Dramamine, etc.

However, I wouldn't choose which medication to take just because that is what they have on board.

If you need a motion sickness remedy, whether medication or not, choose what you know works for you and bring it with you so you know you have it (except for something like green apples, which you can't bring on board).

Also, its a good idea to consult with your doctor or pharmacist when considering a medication option, especially for the first time.

SW

 

[mevelandry]

I remember buying Dramamine.

 

[Geomom]

In August 2016, on the Wonder, the free samples outside health services were chewable meclizine (active ingredient in Bonine.) DD18 was motion sick on our Alaskan cruise. It worked well for her with no side effects, so I bought Bonine before our cruise this summer and had her start it the night before the cruise--she had no issues this time!

 

[mevelandry]

What makes you think you'd need any medication? If you're not already used to taking motion sickness medication on cruises, you shouldn't take anything until a need becomes apparent. Most cruisers never need medication.

If you feel motion sickness while travelling in a car, plane and/or roller coaster, it's not that far fetched to think you might need sea sickness meds during a cruise.

The first night of our first Disney cruise was 100% ruined because we waited to see if we would actually need to take meds.

It took almost two hours for me to feel some kind of relief (and we went to bed at 8:30 PM that night).

Wouldn't blame anyone for not wanting to take any chance.

I've been taking ginger pills (Natural Gravol) and "normal" Gravol when the sea is rough since that first cruise.

 

[TiggerBouncy]

The best thing that we have found are dermal scopalamine patches. Most doctors don't have a problem prescribing them, but you should check with your medical professional. They work for 3 days which is nice.

 

[Shanti]

If you feel motion sickness while travelling in a car, plane and/or roller coaster, it's not that far fetched to think you might need sea sickness meds during a cruise.

The first night of our first Disney cruise was 100% ruined because we waited to see if we would actually need to take meds.

It took almost two hours for me to feel some kind of relief (and we went to bed at 8:30 PM that night).

Wouldn't blame anyone for not wanting to take any chance.

I've been taking ginger pills (Natural Gravol) and "normal" Gravol when the sea is rough since that first cruise.

I've often been motion sick on land & once on a small boat, but never on a cruise. Being prepared with meds in case you need them is a good idea, but taking them without knowing you'll need them is overmedicating & unnecessary.

 

[Barbydoll8]

Most cruisers never need medication.

Sorry but this is just plain wrong. Have you ever looked behind people's ears on a cruise? I cannot cruise w/o a patch and see tons of people on cruises with them. That's only the visible ones. Many people start over the counter remedies the night before. Please don't say most. Say most cruisers you personally know. Almost all cruisers I know use some form of motion sickness prevention.

I suffer horribly from motion sickness. I can even get car sick if I'm the one driving. I know, I know. The patch is the only thing that works for me. I've tried everything else and everything else just isn't enough. I'd talk to a medical professional and see what they recommend. If you are sensitive to motion sickness, you may want to try several things prior to the cruise to see what may help. There are potential side effects with just about everything and only a medical professional can guide you through those.

 

[mevelandry]

I've often been motion sick on land & once on a small boat, but never on a cruise. Being prepared with meds in case you need them is a good idea, but taking them without knowing you'll need them is overmedicating & unnecessary.

We'll agree to disagree.

 

[TJA]

We buy bonine beforehand and use that.

 

[RedSox68]

We buy Bonine (over Dramamine which makes us drowsy). We take one in the morning with breakfast for that first night, and then usually don't need any after that unless we hit rough waters. But it's worth having them on hand and they are not expensive, but work great. You only need to take one a day.

 

[Canam]

If you feel motion sickness while travelling in a car, plane and/or roller coaster, it's not that far fetched to think you might need sea sickness meds during a cruise.

The first night of our first Disney cruise was 100% ruined because we waited to see if we would actually need to take meds.

It took almost two hours for me to feel some kind of relief (and we went to bed at 8:30 PM that night).

Wouldn't blame anyone for not wanting to take any chance.

I've been taking ginger pills (Natural Gravol) and "normal" Gravol when the sea is rough since that first cruise.

Hi

I've often been motion sick on land & once on a small boat, but never on a cruise. Being prepared with meds in case you need them is a good idea, but taking them without knowing you'll need them is overmedicating & unnecessary.

I am sure I will sick. I have typically used the patch but last cruise had several side effects. I also have still been sick on the patch and took what they had on DCL that is why I ask

 

[Canam]

We'll agree to disagree.

 

[Canam]

I know I need something. I have been on a cruise before and used the patch. It does work for me but tends to blur my vision and give me dry mouth. I had also taken the med on DCL but did not know what they were. Which is why I reached out to the board.

 

[RedSox68]

I know I need something. I have been on a cruise before and used the patch. It does work for me but tends to blur my vision and give me dry mouth. I had also taken the med on DCL but did not know what they were. Which is why I reached out to the board.

I've never used what DCL offers because we have always packed our own. So don't know what they provide . Maybe you can call DCL and ask?

 

[southerngirl528]

Does anyone know the name or type of motion sickness pill passed out on DCL? I would like to start taking it before I get on the ship.

I agree with PP, the active ingredient is Meclizine. Which is the ingredient in Bonine. Bonine is what my DD#2 takes starting the day before any cruise and all during the cruise. Less drowsiness and you don't have to take it so often.