Description

Fast-Acting Relief from Travel Sickness and Motion Sickness

Kwells Tablets Overview

Kwells Tablets are an antiemetic medicine used to prevent and relieve travel sickness and motion sickness, including nausea, vomiting and dizziness. They contain hyoscine hydrobromide, which works on the balance centres of the inner ear and the brain to reduce sickness symptoms.

In the UK, Kwells is an over-the-counter pharmacy medicine commonly used for car, sea and air travel.

Understanding Travel and Motion Sickness

What causes motion sickness

Motion sickness occurs when the brain receives conflicting signals from the eyes, inner ear and body movement. This sensory mismatch triggers symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sweating and dizziness.

It is particularly common during car journeys, boat trips, flights and amusement rides, and can affect both adults and children.

Why prevention matters

Once nausea develops, it can be difficult to control. Medicines like Kwells are often most effective when taken before travel begins, helping prevent symptoms rather than trying to treat them after onset.

What Are Kwells Tablets?

Kwells Tablets contain hyoscine hydrobromide, an antimuscarinic medicine that reduces stimulation of the vomiting centre in the brain. It has been used for many years as an effective treatment for motion-related nausea.

The tablet form allows flexible dosing and fast absorption.

How Do Kwells Tablets Work?

Action on the balance system

Hyoscine works by blocking acetylcholine in the vestibular system (inner ear) and central nervous system. This reduces abnormal nerve signalling that leads to nausea and vomiting during motion.

Rapid onset of action

Kwells Tablets typically begin working within 20–30 minutes, making them suitable for short journeys as well as longer trips.

What Kwells Helps With — and What It Does Not

What it helps with

Kwells Tablets are used to prevent and relieve:

• travel sickness
• motion sickness
• nausea and vomiting related to movement
• dizziness associated with travel

They may also be used in other situations causing motion-related nausea, under professional advice.

What it does not treat

Kwells does not:

• treat nausea caused by infection or food poisoning
• cure vertigo from medical conditions
• prevent migraine-related nausea
• replace medical assessment for persistent vomiting

Ongoing or unexplained symptoms should be reviewed.

Who Are Kwells Tablets For?

Kwells Tablets may be suitable for:

• adults and children (age guidance applies)
• people prone to car, sea or air sickness
• individuals seeking fast-acting relief
• those needing short-term nausea prevention

A pharmacist can advise on correct dosing and suitability.

Who Should Avoid Kwells

Kwells Tablets should not be used if:

• you have glaucoma
• you have urinary retention or prostate problems
• you have gastrointestinal obstruction
• you are allergic to hyoscine

Caution is advised in older adults due to anticholinergic effects.

How to Take Kwells Tablets

Kwells Tablets are usually taken 20–30 minutes before travel, then repeated as directed if needed. Tablets should be swallowed whole with water.

Do not exceed the recommended dose. Alcohol should be avoided as it can increase side effects.

Safety, Warnings and Side Effects

Kwells is generally effective but may cause side effects such as dry mouth, blurred vision, drowsiness or dizziness due to its anticholinergic action.

If drowsiness occurs, avoid driving or operating machinery.

When to Seek Medical Advice

Speak to a GP or pharmacist if:

• symptoms persist despite treatment
• nausea occurs without travel
• side effects are troublesome
• the medicine is needed frequently

Further assessment may be required.

Use in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Kwells should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding only on professional advice, as safety should be assessed individually.

How Kwells Compares to Other Travel Sickness Treatments

Kwells vs antihistamines

Some antihistamines can reduce motion sickness but often cause drowsiness. Kwells acts directly on the balance system and may be preferred for faster onset.

Kwells vs non-drug measures

Positioning, fresh air and avoiding reading can help, but medicines like Kwells provide more reliable symptom control for susceptible individuals.

Kwells Tablets Summary

Kwells Tablets (12 Tablets) provide fast, effective relief from travel and motion sickness by acting on the inner ear and brain to reduce nausea and vomiting. Taken before travel, they help prevent symptoms and improve comfort during journeys.

If symptoms persist or occur outside of travel, medical advice should be sought.