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Can cyclizine be crushed?
If you are taking cyclizine to prevent travel sickness, take the first tablet 1-2 hours before you are due to travel. If you are going on a long journey, you can then take further doses every eight hours if needed. The tablets can be crushed to make them easier to swallow.
Is cyclizine water soluble?
Structure for Cyclizine hydrochloride (DBSALT000399)
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Water Solubility | 0.0752 mg/mL | ALOGPS |
| logP | 3.55 | ALOGPS |
| logP | 3.55 | ChemAxon |
| logS | -3.6 | ALOGPS |
Should cyclizine be diluted?
If cyclizine must be diluted in a syringe, either water for injection or 5% dextrose is recommended as the diluent rather than normal saline. This reduces the risk of crystallisation.
Can you take half a cyclizine?
If you’re going on a long journey, you can take another dose after 8 hours, and 1 more after another 8 hours if needed. If you need to give a 25mg dose, the 50mg tablet has a score line so you can break it in half into 2 equal doses.
Can donepezil be crushed?
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ARICEPT can be taken with or without food. The 23 mg tablet should not be split, crushed or chewed because this may increase its rate of absorption. Allow ARICEPT ODT to dissolve on the tongue and follow with water.
Does cyclizine give you a high?
Patients receiving intravenous cyclizine may have more episodes of catheter-related blood stream infections (CRBSIs). There have been reports of abuse of cyclizine, either taken orally or intravenously, for its euphoric (“high”) or hallucinatory effects (5-9).
Can you give cyclizine Subcut?
For subcutaneous administration cyclizine does not need to be diluted . Cyclizine is NOT compatible with 0.9% sodium chloride. Continuous subcutaneous infusion pump (Niki T34 ) if required. Note: Cyclizine is often incompatible with many drugs.
Can you mix cyclizine with saline?
For subcutaneous administration cyclizine does not need to be diluted . Cyclizine is NOT compatible with 0.9% sodium chloride.
Do you swallow cyclizine?
The recommended dose is half a tablet up to three times a day. The tablet can be divided into equal doses along the line scored on one side of the tablet. Do not give this medicine to children under the age of 6. The tablets should be swallowed with a little water.
What happens if you crush donepezil?
ARICEPT can be taken with or without food. The 23 mg tablet should not be split, crushed or chewed because this may increase its rate of absorption. Allow ARICEPT ODT to dissolve on the tongue and follow with water.
Can you dissolve donepezil?
Follow the directions on the prescription label. Place the tablet in the mouth and allow it to dissolve, then swallow. While you may take these tablets with water, it is not necessary to do so. You may take this medicine with or without food.
What happens if you miss a dose of cyclizine?
Since cyclizine is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Do you have to chew cyclizine before taking it?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take cyclizine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
How often should I take cyclizine for travel sickness?
Take cyclizine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist tells you to. It can be taken up to three times a day. If you are taking cyclizine to prevent travel sickness, take the first tablet 1-2 hours before you are due to travel. If you are going on a long journey, you can then take further doses every eight hours if needed.
Are there any side effects to giving cyclizine to children?
The tablets can be crushed to make them easier to swallow. If you are giving cyclizine to a child, check the label carefully to make sure you are giving the correct dose for the age of your child – the dose for children aged 6-12 years is half a tablet. Cyclizine can cause drowsiness and blurred vision.