Travel Sickness:
No Appointment Necessary

Aired on Lifetime Television
Sunday, September 3 and December 10, 2006
Show 323

If even the thought of driving an hour down the road makes you queasy, you might feel better knowing-- you're not alone. Travel sickness is very common, affecting about a third of all adults, and nearly half of all children. So what can you do to prevent travel sickness? First, sit in a seat that gives you the smoothest ride. The front seat of a car, the first cars on a train, and the seats over the wing in an airplane generally experience less jostling and movement. Next, sit facing forward, and try to focus on things in the distance rather than something up close, like reading or playing a computer game. If these ideas don't work, then you may want to try an over the counter medication. Oral meclizine, dimenhydrinate and diphenhydramine are available without a prescription. The most popular brand you may be familiar with is Dramamine. The key to using these medications is to take them before you travel. The one that's right for you depends on several factors, including your age, whether or not you're pregnant or breast feeding, and current medications. Talk with your doctor about what kind of travel sickness medication is right for you. Then get out there, and enjoy the ride!