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Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:52 PM IST

About Gravol Tablet 10's

Gravol Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medications called ‘antihistamines’ used to prevent and treat nausea (feeling sick), vomiting (being sick), and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Besides this, it also used to treat nausea and vomiting associated with radiation sickness, surgery, drug-induced, Meniere disease (feelings of spinning and inner ear problems). Motion sickness is an illness caused by motion during travel characterized by nausea and vomiting.

 

Gravol Tablet 10's contains ‘Dimenhydrinate’, which acts as an antihistamine and anticholinergic. It blocks the muscarinic cholinergic receptor (M1) in the brain, thereby producing a calming and anti-nausea effect. It is also used to treat symptoms of other motion and balance problems, such as feelings of spinning and inner ear problems (Meniere's disease).

 

Gravol Tablet 10's may cause side effects like dry mouth, blurred vision, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tiredness, disorientation,  tinnitus, dry mouth, palpitation, and low blood pressure (hypotension). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, seek medical attention immediately if these side effects persist or worsen.

 

Notify your doctor if you have breathing problems (asthma, emphysema), high pressure in the eye (glaucoma), seizures (fits), liver, kidney, heart problems, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or sleep apnea (sleeping disorder). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gravol Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 2 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Gravol Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive or operate heavy machinery only if you are alert. 

Uses of Gravol Tablet 10's

Motion sickness

Medicinal Benefits

Gravol Tablet 10's contains ‘Dimenhydrinate’, which belongs to the class of ‘antihistamine’. Gravol Tablet 10's also has anticholinergic properties. It works by blocking the muscarinic cholinergic receptor (M1) in the brain, thereby, preventing nausea and vomiting. Gravol Tablet 10's used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with conditions like travel or motion sickness, radiation sickness, postoperative, drug-induced, Meniere disease (feeling of spinning and inner ear problems) in adults.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet/capsule.Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely and swallow. Do not swallow it as a whole.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Shake the pack well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using a measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Gravol Tablet 10's

  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Tiredness

Drug Warnings

Do not take Gravol Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents. Before taking Gravol Tablet 10's, please tell your doctor if you are using any antidepressants. Gravol Tablet 10's is not intended for prolonged use unless prescribed by a physician. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Antihistamines overdosage may cause hallucinations, convulsions, or death, especially in infants and children; it also produces excitation in younger children. So, dose adjustments may be necessary if prescribed to children. Gravol Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 2 years of age and patients who are unconscious or have severe drowsiness, dizziness, or headache. Inform your doctor if you have difficulty breathing, asthma or bronchitis (lung problems), epilepsy (fits), serious heart problems, liver or kidney problems, a stomach blockage, hearing problems, or increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma). 

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: Gravol Tablet 10's may interact with other antihistamines (loratadine, diphenhydramine, cetirizine), pain reliever (codeine, morphine, hydrocodone), antidepressants (amitriptyline, imipramine), sedatives (diazepam and zolpidem), antibiotics (gentamicin)

Drug-food interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Gravol Tablet 10's, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Drug-disease interactions: Gravol Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with respiratory diseases (asthma), liver or kidney problems, serious heart problems, sleep disorders, seizures, and hearing problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LORATADINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • CETIRIZINE
  • CODEINE
  • MORPHINE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • DIAZEPAM
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • GENTAMICIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • ​​​​​​Avoid spicy, greasy, and acidic foods before travelling; it may increase the feeling of sickness.
  • Opt for cereals, apples, bananas, or bread.
  • Breathe the fresh air, if possible, by opening the window.
  • In many cases, a full stomach and excessive heat may worsen the symptoms of motion sickness, space out your meals and eat light.
  • Position yourself where motion is least, like in the front seat of a car, centre of a boat or ship.
  • Avoid alcohol 24 hours before travel and during travel.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Motion sickness: It is an illness caused by motion during travel. It usually occurs when you are traveling by car, boat, plane, or train. Your body's sensory organs send mixed messages to your brain, causing dizziness, lightheadedness, or nausea and vomiting. The illness usually goes away when the motion stops. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and tiredness.

About Gravol Tablet 10's

Gravol Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medications called ‘antihistamines’ used to prevent and treat nausea (feeling sick), vomiting (being sick), and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Besides this, it also used to treat nausea and vomiting associated with radiation sickness, surgery, drug-induced, Meniere disease (feelings of spinning and inner ear problems). Motion sickness is an illness caused by motion during travel characterized by nausea and vomiting.

 

Gravol Tablet 10's contains ‘Dimenhydrinate’, which acts as an antihistamine and anticholinergic. It blocks the muscarinic cholinergic receptor (M1) in the brain, thereby producing a calming and anti-nausea effect. It is also used to treat symptoms of other motion and balance problems, such as feelings of spinning and inner ear problems (Meniere's disease).

 

Gravol Tablet 10's may cause side effects like dry mouth, blurred vision, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tiredness, disorientation,  tinnitus, dry mouth, palpitation, and low blood pressure (hypotension). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, seek medical attention immediately if these side effects persist or worsen.

 

Notify your doctor if you have breathing problems (asthma, emphysema), high pressure in the eye (glaucoma), seizures (fits), liver, kidney, heart problems, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or sleep apnea (sleeping disorder). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gravol Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 2 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Gravol Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive or operate heavy machinery only if you are alert. 

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Gravol Tablet 10's

Motion sickness

Medicinal Benefits

Gravol Tablet 10's contains ‘Dimenhydrinate’, which belongs to the class of ‘antihistamine’. Gravol Tablet 10's also has anticholinergic properties. It works by blocking the muscarinic cholinergic receptor (M1) in the brain, thereby, preventing nausea and vomiting. Gravol Tablet 10's used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with conditions like travel or motion sickness, radiation sickness, postoperative, drug-induced, Meniere disease (feeling of spinning and inner ear problems) in adults.

Side Effects of Gravol Tablet 10's

  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Tiredness

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet/capsule.Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely and swallow. Do not swallow it as a whole.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Shake the pack well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using a measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Gravol Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents. Before taking Gravol Tablet 10's, please tell your doctor if you are using any antidepressants. Gravol Tablet 10's is not intended for prolonged use unless prescribed by a physician. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Antihistamines overdosage may cause hallucinations, convulsions, or death, especially in infants and children; it also produces excitation in younger children. So, dose adjustments may be necessary if prescribed to children. Gravol Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 2 years of age and patients who are unconscious or have severe drowsiness, dizziness, or headache. Inform your doctor if you have difficulty breathing, asthma or bronchitis (lung problems), epilepsy (fits), serious heart problems, liver or kidney problems, a stomach blockage, hearing problems, or increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma). 

Therapeutic Class

ANTIHISTAMINE

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LORATADINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • CETIRIZINE
  • CODEINE
  • MORPHINE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • DIAZEPAM
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • GENTAMICIN

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • ​​​​​​Avoid spicy, greasy, and acidic foods before travelling; it may increase the feeling of sickness.
  • Opt for cereals, apples, bananas, or bread.
  • Breathe the fresh air, if possible, by opening the window.
  • In many cases, a full stomach and excessive heat may worsen the symptoms of motion sickness, space out your meals and eat light.
  • Position yourself where motion is least, like in the front seat of a car, centre of a boat or ship.
  • Avoid alcohol 24 hours before travel and during travel.

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

Motion sickness: It is an illness caused by motion during travel. It usually occurs when you are traveling by car, boat, plane, or train. Your body's sensory organs send mixed messages to your brain, causing dizziness, lightheadedness, or nausea and vomiting. The illness usually goes away when the motion stops. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and tiredness.

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