Question 1

what are the effects of dramamine (dimenhydrinate) overdose?

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Dramamine (dimenhydrinate): Drowsiness. If taken in large quantities, such as recreationally, it results in confusion & dissociation, although such experience is described as unenjoyable.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: dimenhydrinate overdose?

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Dimenhydrinate: Overdose can cause blurred vision, dry eyes, dilated pupils, ring-ing in ears, dry mouth, inability to urinate, agitation, confusion, seizures, Delirium, hallucinations, sedation, depression, anxiety, tremor, tachycardia, low blood pressure &amp; dry red skin. REF: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002634.htm

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: dramamine (dimenhydrinate) overdose?

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Dramamine: Overdose can cause blurred vision, dry eyes, dilated pupils, ring-ing in ears, dry mouth, inability to urinate, agitation, confusion, seizures, Delirium, hallucinations, sedation, depression, anxiety, tremor, tachycardia, low blood pressure &amp; dry red skin. REF: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002634.htm

Question 4

what is the treatment for dimenhydrinate overdose?

Accepted Answer

Supportive: Activated charcoal
antidote (medicine to reverse the effects of the antihistamine)
breathing support (oxygen and possibly a breathing tube)
fluids through a vein (by iv)
laxative
 gastric lavage.

Question 5

what is the treatment for dramamine (dimenhydrinate) overdose?

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Support: If serious enough, impairing vital processes such as temperature regulation, breathing, heart function, etc. The overdosed person should be immediately treated in hospital with IV fluids, respiratory support and whatever measures are called for. Generally the toxicity should only last a day or so unless the person is already severely damaged.

Question 6

can you overdose on dramamine (dimenhydrinate)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a person can: Overdose on dramamine (dimenhydrinate). It is seldom lethal. If you have any thoughts of taking your life - please get help right away. Call a friend or relative and have them transport you to the nearest emergency room or call 911 if you have active thoughts of taking an overdose. Or call the national suicide prevention lifeline at 
1-800-273-8255. Take care.

Question 7

taking too much dimenhydrinate, is there a risk of overdose symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Dimenhydrinate O/D: An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug / substance is used. Diphenhydramine O/D 
sx's can include:  Inability to urinate, Blurred vision, Dry mouth, Enlarged pupils, dry eyes, Ringing in ears, Low blood pressure, Rapid heart rate, Agitation, Confusion, Convulsions, Delirium, Depression, Drowsiness, Hallucinations, sleepiness, Nervousness, Tremor, Unsteadiness &amp; Dry skin.

Question 8

whats the difference between dimenhydrinate and dramamin?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Dramamine is a brand/trade name for the medication dimenhydrinate. (however, under the name dramamine, there is a formulation made with meclizine--usually advertised as "non-sedating" or "non-drowsy" formulation).

Question 9

i took  1,200 mg of dimenhydrinate/dramamine to trip am i going to be ok? am i going to die?

Accepted Answer

Go to the ER immeida: the usual dose of beandryl is 25 mg. YOu must go to the ER or posion control immediately . This large dose will put you to sleep and have effects ofn your heart.

Question 10

is dramamine (dimenhydrinate) good for hangovers?

Accepted Answer

For some symptoms: hangovers frequently have nausea and dizziness as part of the symptom complex, and dramamine (dimenhydrinate) can help with those symptoms. However, it can increase the "logginess" or sedated feeling that comes with hangover as well. The best "cure" is to prevent it - DON'T DRINK to excess!  If you have problems reducing your alcohol intake, seek help from your primary care physician or a mental health counselor.

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