Last updated: December 28, 2022, 3:59 PM IST
It is also why some people are hesitant to go on these trips.
Motion sickness is one of the most common problems that quite a few people suffer from while travelling.
The Christmas New Year week is one when people love to travel with their family and friends to make the most of the holiday season. However, traveling can come with health problems for many people. And motion sickness is one of the most common problems faced by quite a few people.
It is also why some people are hesitant to go on these trips. Even if they are somehow convinced to travel, the journey becomes a huge problem for them as motion sickness can cause vomiting and nausea. That is why it is important to be well aware of preventive measures such as medicines and tips to prevent motion sickness.
What Are the Causes of Motion Sickness?
While the exact reason for motion sickness is unknown, it is believed to be a conflict between the brain receiving information from the nerves of the inner ear, eyes, joints, and muscles. As a result, one feels nauseated in the stomach and the body produces cold sweats. After this, one experiences extreme fatigue and nausea and often has the feeling of vomiting.
Tips to avoid motion sickness
Sit in the front of a car or bus to avoid motion sickness. Keep yourself busy with something during the trip. If you are in a boat, sit in the middle. And if you are on the train, sit with your face towards the train. In addition, avoid eating heavy foods and don’t keep your stomach empty either. A light and healthy diet is the best way to avoid vomiting while traveling.
Medicines to treat nausea and vomiting:
According to Dr. Atul Kakkar, Co-Chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine at Sir Gangaram Hospital in New Delhi, antihistamine tablets are the best medicine if someone suffers from motion sickness. There are several antihistamine tablets on the market, but it is necessary to choose carefully between them because of their side effects.
That is why it is important to get a doctor’s prescription before trying to buy the medicine yourself. Some doctors also recommend dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) or diphenhydramine (Benadryl) tablets. However, be careful not to take these medicines without consulting your doctor.
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