Can Meclizine Be Used To Treat Vertigo In A Patient With Parkinson's Disease?

Posted on Thu, 6 Sep 2018

Question: Can Meclizine be used to treat vertigo in a Parkinson's patient? I was told to take tablets 3 times a day. I am 81 years old and concerned about the dosage. Before this was prescribed I had already fallen (last weekend), cracked a rib, and am currently experiencing constipation.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (51 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, Meclizine could be used in a Parkinson's patient.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Thanks for posting your query.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

The answer to your question is... Yes, Meclizine may be used in a Parkinson's patient in cases of concomitant vertigo and nausea.

In addition, Meclizine is known to have neuroprotective properties.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Take care.

Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical

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