Description

Prevention and Relief of Travel Sickness, Vertigo and Balance Disorders

Stugeron Tablets Overview

Stugeron Tablets 15 mg are used to prevent and relieve travel sickness and to help manage symptoms of vertigo and balance disorders. They contain cinnarizine, an antihistamine with additional effects on the inner ear that help reduce dizziness, nausea and vomiting.

In the UK, Stugeron Tablets are an over-the-counter pharmacy medicine, commonly recommended for people who experience motion-related symptoms or inner-ear-related balance problems.

Understanding Motion Sickness and Vertigo

Why motion sickness occurs

Motion sickness develops when the brain receives conflicting signals from the eyes, muscles and vestibular system (inner ear). This mismatch can trigger nausea, dizziness, sweating and vomiting during travel by car, boat or plane.

What causes vertigo

Vertigo is the sensation of spinning or movement when you are still. It is often linked to disturbances in the inner ear, where balance is controlled. Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, unsteadiness and sometimes vomiting.

What Are Stugeron Tablets?

Stugeron Tablets contain cinnarizine, which has antihistamine properties and helps reduce excessive stimulation of the balance organs in the inner ear.

This dual action makes Stugeron suitable for both travel sickness prevention and the management of vertigo-related symptoms.

How Do Stugeron Tablets Work?

Effect on the inner ear

Cinnarizine reduces the sensitivity of the vestibular system, helping to stabilise balance signals sent to the brain. This reduces dizziness, nausea and the urge to vomit.

Antihistamine action

As an antihistamine, cinnarizine also helps reduce nausea pathways associated with motion, contributing to its anti-sickness effect.

What Stugeron Helps With — and What It Does Not

What it helps with

Stugeron Tablets are used to help manage:

• travel sickness
• motion sickness
• vertigo
• dizziness associated with balance disorders
• nausea and vomiting linked to inner ear disturbance

They can be used preventatively or to relieve symptoms.

What it does not treat

Stugeron does not:

• cure the underlying cause of vertigo
• treat nausea caused by infection or food poisoning
• replace investigation of persistent dizziness
• treat migraine-related vertigo directly

Ongoing symptoms should be assessed medically.

Who Are Stugeron Tablets For?

Stugeron Tablets may be suitable for:

• adults and older children (check age guidance)
• people prone to travel sickness
• individuals with diagnosed or suspected vertigo
• those needing balance-related symptom control

A pharmacist can advise on appropriate use.

Who Should Avoid Stugeron

Stugeron should not be used if:

• you are allergic to cinnarizine
• you have Parkinson’s disease
• you have certain neurological conditions

Caution is advised in older adults due to the risk of drowsiness.

How to Take Stugeron Tablets

Stugeron Tablets are usually taken before travel to prevent symptoms or as directed for vertigo. Tablets should be swallowed with water.

Dosing depends on age and indication. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Safety, Warnings and Side Effects

Stugeron is generally effective but may cause drowsiness, dry mouth or mild stomach upset. Because of its sedating effect, driving or operating machinery should be avoided if affected.

Alcohol can increase drowsiness and should be avoided.

When to Seek Medical Advice

Speak to a GP or pharmacist if:

• dizziness or vertigo persists
• symptoms worsen or recur frequently
• hearing changes occur
• symptoms interfere with daily activities

Further investigation may be required.

Use in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

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

How Stugeron Compares to Other Travel Sickness Treatments

Stugeron vs hyoscine

Hyoscine acts quickly for motion sickness but may cause dry mouth or blurred vision. Stugeron is often preferred where vertigo or balance symptoms are also present.

Stugeron vs antihistamines

While some antihistamines reduce sickness, cinnarizine’s additional inner-ear effects make it particularly useful for balance-related symptoms.

Stugeron Tablets Summary

Stugeron Tablets 15 mg provide effective relief from travel sickness, vertigo and balance-related dizziness by calming the inner ear and reducing nausea. When used correctly, they can significantly improve comfort during travel and daily activities affected by balance disturbance.

Persistent or unexplained dizziness should always be assessed by a healthcare professional.