Should You Take Dramamine Day Before Sailing?

The text provides a comprehensive guide on how to manage motion sickness during a cruise. It emphasizes the importance of taking Dramamine at least 30 minutes before boarding the boat or beginning the trip, as this timeframe allows the medication to be absorbed and take effect before any motion sickness triggers are encountered. The author recommends starting the medication the day before and continuing to take every dosage even if feeling sick.

For those who have taken Dramamine before, they should expect similar side effects each time. Natascha Tuznik, an infectious disease physician with UC Davis Health’s Travelers Clinic, advises that both brands should be taken prior to activity for best results. For Bonine Ginger Softgels, anyone 6 years or older should take 1 capsule every 12 hours. For Dramamine Non-Drowsy, anyone younger than 12 should take one dose the night before the cruise and another in the morning the day of.

To prevent seasickness, it is advised to take Dramamine Original Formula 30 minutes to an hour before boarding the ship. Adults should take 1 or 2 pills every 4 to 6 hours. For those who have never experienced motion sickness, it is recommended to take Dramamine® BEFORE boarding.

Over-the-counter motion sickness medications like meclizine (e.g., Bonine) and diphenhydramine (e.g., Dramamine) are fairly effective, but it is essential to start taking Dramamine at least 4 hours before the sail. Dramamine also makes a Less Drowsy formulation with meclizine, which may need to be taken 24-48 hours before boarding the boat.

In conclusion, the text provides a comprehensive guide on managing motion sickness during a cruise. It emphasizes the importance of proper timing, proper dosage, and the use of over-the-counter medications like Dramamine.