Indications & Uses
Travelit is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Cyclizine Hydrochloride is an antihistaminic antiemetic medicine approved by the US FDA. It has both anticholinergic and antiemetic properties. It lowers the excitability of the labyrinth in the inner ear, and it also acts directly on the vomiting (emetic) centre in the brain stem.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Motion sickness: adults take 1 tablet (50 mg), and children aged 6 years and above take 1/2 tablet (25 mg). Take 1 tablet at least 30 minutes before the journey, either before or after a meal. If the journey is more than 6 hours, repeat 1 tablet.
Postoperative nausea and vomiting, and Meniere's disease: adults take 1 tablet (50 mg) every 6 to 8 hours daily. Children aged 6 years and above take 1/2 tablet (25 mg) every 6 to 8 hours daily.
Side Effects
Cyclizine Hydrochloride can cause itching or skin rashes, swelling of the face, lips or throat, and difficulty in breathing or wheezing.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Cyclizine Hydrochloride needs to be used carefully, with proper monitoring, in people who have glaucoma, urinary retention, obstructive disease of the gastrointestinal tract, hepatic disease, hypertension, epilepsy or severe heart failure.
Contraindications
Don't give Cyclizine to anyone who is hypersensitive to the active substance or to any of the other excipients. It is also contraindicated when a person has acute alcohol intoxication, because the anti-emetic properties of cyclizine may increase the toxicity of alcohol.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Cyclizine Hydrochloride is considered safe in pregnancy, as it falls under TGA category "A" and US FDA category "B". It does pass into breast milk, so a breastfeeding mother should take precautions before using Cyclizine Hydrochloride.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Store Cyclizine Hydrochloride below 30°C. Protected from light and moisture, it should be kept away from direct light and damp. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Travelit 50 mg
What is Travelit 50 mg Tablet?
Travelit 50 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Cyclizine Hydrochloride. It is made by Sharif Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Anti-emetic drugs group of medicines.
What is Travelit used for?
Travelit is used for: Vertigo, Nausea and Vomiting.
What are the side effects of Travelit?
Cyclizine Hydrochloride can cause itching or skin rashes, swelling of the face, lips or throat, and difficulty in breathing or wheezing.
Can I take Travelit during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Cyclizine Hydrochloride is considered safe in pregnancy, as it falls under TGA category "A" and US FDA category "B". It does pass into breast milk, so a breastfeeding mother should take precautions before using Cyclizine Hydrochloride. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Travelit?
Store Cyclizine Hydrochloride below 30°C. Protected from light and moisture, it should be kept away from direct light and damp.
Can I take other medicines with Travelit?
Some medicines can interact with Cyclizine Hydrochloride, for example: Pethidine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Travelit?
Travelit is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.