Meclizine: study card

Meclizine — H1 antihistamine (antivertigo). Study the mechanism, listed uses and warnings from the US label on one sourced card.

Generic name: Meclizine
Class: H1 antihistamine (antivertigo)
Mechanism: Precise mechanism unknown; presumed to involve histamine H1 receptor antagonism.
Used for: Vertigo associated with vestibular-system disease in adults
Common side effects: Drowsiness; Dry mouth; Headache; Fatigue; Vomiting
Warnings: Drowsiness: caution driving; Anticholinergic: asthma, glaucoma, enlarged prostate
Interactions: Alcohol and other CNS depressants; CYP2D6 inhibitors

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Label date: 20260901 · For learning, not clinical decisions. US label and brand information; always consult the current source.

Source snapshot checked: 2026-10-21. The source document and selected fields were compared. The complete card has not had an independent clinical review.

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Pronunciation

Meclizine: MEK-li-zeen

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Body system

Neurology · 18 Drug cards

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