Motion Sickness Tablets

[Vandf]

Good morning. Does anyone take travel sickness pills with Methotrexate and Benepali? I asked our local pharmacist and he suggested Kwells but that wrist bands would probably be better. Has anyone used either with good results?

Thank you.

[nomoreheels]

Is it for travel sickness or nausea from your meds Vandf? If it's the latter & you think it's the MTX I'd ask if your folic acid needs increasing, that's if you're not on max dose (6 x 5mg weekly). If you are on max dose maybe an antiemetic prescribed by your GP would be more effective, or if you don't pay for your scripts or have a prepayment certificate, could save you a considerable amount.

[Vandf in reply to nomoreheels]

Thank you. I always smile when I see a post from you. Firstly because it is invariably so helpful and constructive, but secondly because I can really identify with No More Heels! I can't wear them either. . The reason for my question is that we are going on a cruise and want to have something handy in case of a rough Bay of Biscay crossing. I do feel nauseous after Methotrexate but my rheumatologist has agreed to reduce my dose. Thank you for your lovely support on this forum.

[nomoreheels in reply to Vandf]

Aw thank you for your kind words, although my username is a misnomer nowadays, because of my foot issues I need height, can't wear flats anymore.

So, a cruise, lovely & I think being prepared with an antiemetic or something for motion sickness is advisable, the Bay of Biscay is notoriously rough. I can't recommend anything specifically for water though I'm afraid as I don't do cruises or crossings, we always use the Eurotunnel. Maybe those who do cruise will be along with recommendations.

I hope you have a lovely time. x

[marie66]

I get domperidone prescribed for nausea with methotrexate and they work pretty well! M x

[Vandf in reply to marie66]

Thank you.

[ATBr]

On methotrexate and humira and have taken joyrides for a rough ferry crossing. Worked well at least I wasn’t sick 🤢Enjoy the cruise !

[Vandf in reply to ATBr]

Thank you. I've never heard of those, but will look for them today.

[NY65]

I am from the US. I believe Kwell is the similar to our Transderm-scop (Scopolamine patches) that go behind the ear and last 3 days, helps for prevention. For treatment of motion sickness they use Meclizine (prescription Antivert, OTC Dramamine) which also helps with the dizziness. I have RA and Lupus, and I find since it's an antihistamine it dries out my mouth. My rheum said ok to use but always check with your doc. Enjoy your trip!

[Vandf]

Thank you. Sounds like a good idea.