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| There are a number of
medications available for purchase.
They are mostly antihistamine anti nausea treatments. Some commonly used options that we know of are - |
It is worth noting that antihistamines may cause paradoxical excitation in children, which wikipedia describes as a 'wired or excitable feeling'. Obviously you won't know if your child is affected in this way until you've actually tried the medication.
Non Medical Treatments
• Sea-Bands Wrist Bands, using acupressure wrist bands, they are clinically proven alternative to travel-sickness medication. One size fits all. Suitable for adults and children from the age of 3 years.• Non medical prevention. Click here for a list of preventative measures.
Homeopathic Remedy
Though controversial and very much a personal choice they do come highly recommended by many experienced mum’s out there. Maybe it’s just the placebo effect - that’s ok by me, so long as it is safe and it helps!• Cocculine. A natural, homeopathic remedy suitable for children. Claims to provide relief of nausea and motion sickness with no side effects or contraindications. Fast acting, chewable tabs.
Worried about taking the family on a long car journey? Click here to see our hints and tips for driving with children.
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