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Meclizine hydrochloride - Medication Information

Product NDC Code 61919-146
Drug Name

Meclizine hydrochloride

Type Generic
Pharm Class Antiemetic [EPC],
Emesis Suppression [PE]
Active Ingredients
Meclizine hydrochloride 25 mg/1
Route ORAL
Dosage Form TABLET
RxCUI drug identifier 995666
Application Number ANDA040659
Labeler Name DIRECT RX
Packages
Package NDC Code Description
61919-146-20 20 tablet in 1 bottle (61919-146-20)
61919-146-30 30 tablet in 1 bottle (61919-146-30)
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Adverse reactions

Information about undesirable effects, reasonably associated with use of the drug, that may occur as part of the pharmacological action of the drug or may be unpredictable in its occurrence. Adverse reactions include those that occur with the drug, and if applicable, with drugs in the same pharmacologically active and chemically related class. There is considerable variation in the listing of adverse reactions. They may be categorized by organ system, by severity of reaction, by frequency, by toxicological mechanism, or by a combination of these.
ADVERSE REACTIONS SECTION Drowsiness, dry mouth and, on rare occasions, blurred vision have been reported.

Clinical pharmacology

Information about the clinical pharmacology and actions of the drug in humans.
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION Meclizine Hydrochloride is an antihistamine which shows marked protective activity against nebulized histamine and lethal doses of intravenously injected histamine in guinea pigs. It has a marked effect in blocking the vasodepressor response to histamine, but only a slight blocking action against acetylcholine. Its activity is relatively weak in inhibiting the spasmogenic action of histamine on isolated guinea pig ileum.

Contraindications

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CONTRAINDICATIONS SECTION Meclizine Hydrochloride is contraindicated in individuals who have shown a previous hypersensitivity to it

Description

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DESCRIPTION SECTION Chemically, Meclizine HCl is 1-(p-chloro-α-phenylbenzyl)-4-(m-methylbenzyl) piperazine dihydrochloride monohydrate. Meclizine HCI Tablets, USP are available in two different strengths: 12.5 mg and 25 mg. In addition each tablet contains the following inactive ingredients: Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Croscarmellose Sodium, Lactose Monohydrate, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose. Also, Meclizine HCI Tablets USP, 12.5 mg contains FD&C Blue #1 Aluminum Lake (11-13%) and Meclizine HCI Tablets USP, 25 mg contains D&C Yellow #10 Aluminum Lake (15-20%). image description

Dosage and administration

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DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION Motion Sickness The initial dose of 25 to 50 mg of Meclizine HCI should be taken one hour prior to travel for protection against motion sickness. Thereafter, the dose may be repeated every 24 hours for the duration of the journey.

Indications and usage

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INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION Meclizine Hydrochloride is contraindicated in individuals who have shown a previous hypersensitivity to it

Spl product data elements

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Meclizine Hydrochloride Meclizine Hydrochloride CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM LACTOSE MONOHYDRATE MAGNESIUM STEARATE CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE FD&C BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM OXIDE MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE MECLIZINE SILICON DIOXIDE TL121

Package label principal display panel

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PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL image description 146-30

How supplied

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HOW SUPPLIED SECTION Meclizine HCI Tablets, USP are available in the following strengths and package sizes: 12.5 mg (Blue, oval-shaped, scored, debossed with TL122) Bottles of 100 NDC 59746-122-06 Bottles of 1000 NDC 59746-122-10 25 mg (Yellow, oval-shaped, scored, debossed with TL121) Bottles of 100 NDC 59746-121-06 Bottles of 1000 NDC 59746-121-10 Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) (See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Manufactured By: Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals Inc. Salisbury, MD 21801, USA. Revised 03/11

Precautions

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PRECAUTIONS SECTION PREGNANCY, Teratogenic Effects Pregnancy Category B. Reproduction studies in rats have shown cleft palates at 25-50 times the human dose. Epidemiological studies in pregnant women, however, do not indicate that medicine increases the risk of abnormalities when administered during pregnancy. Despite the animal findings, it would appear that the possibility of fetal harm is remote. Nevertheless, meclizine, or any other medication, should be used during pregnancy only if clearly necessary. Pediatric Use Clinical studies establishing safety and effectiveness in children have not been done; therefore, usage is not recommended in children under 12 years of age.

Warnings

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WARNINGS SECTION Since drowsiness may, on occasion, occur with use of this drug, patients should be warned of this possibility and cautioned against driving a car or operating dangerous machinery. Patients should avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this drug. Due to its potential anticholinergic action, this drug should be used with caution in patients with asthma, glaucoma or enlargement of the prostate gland.

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