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Can Benadryl Replace Metformin For Treating Nausea?
Question: I was diagnosed with vertigo in July. Did the exercises--still doing--but am still having nausea. Sometimes debilitating. I am taking the highest dose of metformin. In the hospital in July, they gave me meclazine (sp?) which made the condition worse. Can I try Benadryl to help with the nausea? Have done research and it indicates that allergy medications may be indicated for this condition.
Brief Answer:
it can help
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Yes, you are correct, the older antihistamines can be used for nausea and also help with vertigo as well.
It is similar to dramamine which is commonly used for nausea.
There are exercises for vertigo caused by BPPV mainly. If the vertigo is related to other causes, it may not respond as well.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
it can help
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Yes, you are correct, the older antihistamines can be used for nausea and also help with vertigo as well.
It is similar to dramamine which is commonly used for nausea.
There are exercises for vertigo caused by BPPV mainly. If the vertigo is related to other causes, it may not respond as well.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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