Being sea sick is such a common phenomenon that affects a lot of people even those who work on boats or cruises . It can be mild to severe and there is no stopping the symptoms once you get drowned by it. So the best thing to do is to prev
ent it from happening.
What are the common symptoms of sea sickness?
At the onset of the attack, you may feel a little dizzy and nauseous. You may begin to sweat and feel a little light-headed. And then it will progress by feeling sick in your stomach almost wanting to vomit. You will start to hyperventilate and eventually vomit.
What are the common remedies or treatments?
- Seasickness Tablets: The commonly prescribed medications are the following: Dramamine, Sealegs and Bonine. These are basically antihistamines that make you drowsy.
- Seasickness Patches: Another popular is remedy is called the “patch”. It is a medicated patch that is worn behind the ear and releases a metered dose of medicine that is absorbed by the skin and into the bloodstream. Its effect may last up to three days. Some seasickness products can have strong side-effect
- Seasickness Natural Remedies: Wearing sea-bands or wristbands aids relief of seasickness naturally. It is an acupressure device that has a button inside positioned to press a specific pressure point on the inside of the wrist to assist with nausea or seasickness prevention.
- Fresh Air: Other natural ways to help you relieve symptoms of seasickness and feel much better is by getting some fresh air. Look out to the horizon and you will soon feel much better.
If you are planning a trip on a boat or cruise and think you might get seasick, come talk to our friendly staff at Bayview Pharmacy Dunedin about our sea sickness products. Don’t let this condition ruin your trip. Enjoy every minute of it without feeling sea sick.