Is lightheadedness a common side effect of gravol?

Question

Is lightheadedness a common side effect of gravol?

Answer 1

Yes, lightheadedness is just one of the common side effects of Dimenhydrinate (brand name Gravol).

Some other common side effects are:

- Drowsiness

- Dizziness, lightheadedness

- Dry mouth, nose, or throat

Less common or rare:

- Blurred vision or any change in vision

- Clumsiness or unsteadiness (mild to moderate)

- Confusion

- Constipation

- Difficulty passing urine

- Excitement (especially in children)

- Fatigue

- Weakness

- Cough

- Thickening of mucous

- Nausea

- Vomiting

Contact your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

- Sore throat

- Unusual bleeding or bruising

- Unusual tiredness or weakness

Symptoms of overdose (children are more susceptible):

- Drowsiness (severe)

- Inability to coordinate muscle movements (ataxia)

- Disorientation

- Abnormal eye movements (nystagmus)

- Seizures (convulsions)

- Unconsciousness (stupor)

- Slowing of and difficulty with breathing (respiratory depression)

- Coma

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed above. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.

NOTE: The following medications may affect the way dimenhydrinate works, be affected by dimenhydrinate, or increase the risk of side effects:

- Alcohol

- Anticholinergics

- Antihistamines

- Other antiemetics

- Anesthetics

- Barbiturates

- Benzodiazepines

- Muscle relaxants

- Narcotics

- Sedatives

- Tanquilizers

- Other medications with sedating effects

If you are concerned about side effects and risks of this medication then it be better You discuss them with your doctor.

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