Cinnarizine is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Motion Sickness. Cinnarizine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Cinnarizine is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Cinnarizine also has some side effects, the most common being Drowsiness, Nausea or vomiting, Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Cinnarizine side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cinnarizine normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Cinnarizine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cinnarizine related warnings talks about Cinnarizine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Cinnarizine have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Cinnarizine with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Cinnarizine is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.