Experts separate dizziness into several main categories, including:
Dizziness can sometimes be treated with medications.
It is best to prevent or treat these causes to avoid unnecessary use of dizziness medication.
This article will discuss how to treat dizziness, the potential causes of the symptoms, and available medications.
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Sometimes, medications can be used to treat dizziness, including vertigo.
These include the following types of drugs discussed below.
This will helpidentify the causeof your dizziness and determine the best solution.
A few classes and examples used include:
Are There Over-the-Counter Medications for Dizziness?
Dramamine (dimenhydrinate) is an over-the-counter (OTC) product for motion sickness.
You would typically take it before a bumpy boat, car, or helicopter ride.
Meclizine is also available OTC as several brand-name products, including Dramamine Less Drowsy or Bonine Motion Sickness.
Moderate to severe dehydration can also cause dizziness.
Most medications used for these issues treat or prevent the causes of dizziness rather than the dizziness itself.
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