Which medicine is best for nausea?

Prochlorperazine (or brand name Stemetil®) is one of the most used medicines for nausea. It works for many causes of nausea, including vertigo, ear problems and sickness in pregnancy. Metoclopramide – this medicine works directly on your gut.

What is the best antiemetic?

The most well-known natural antiemetic is ginger (Zingiber officinale). Ginger contains 5-HT3 antagonists known as gingerols. Clinical studies show that ginger may be effective in treating nausea and vomiting.

What is the safest anti nausea medication?

Pyridoxine and Doxylamine “The most extensively studied medication that has been proven safe is a combination of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and doxylamine, which is available over the counter as a sleep aid,” Dr. Schaffir says.

What to take to stop feeling sick?

Things that may help you stop feeling sick

1. get plenty of fresh air.
2. distract yourself – for example, listen to music or watch a film.
3. take regular sips of a cold drink.
4. drink ginger or peppermint tea.
5. eat foods containing ginger – such as ginger biscuits.
6. eat smaller, more frequent meals.

What drugs stop vomiting?

These include:

• Bismuth subsalicylate(2 brand names: Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol). This medicine may help treat some types of nausea and vomiting, such as from gastroenteritis (stomach flu).
• Antihistamines. Certain types may help prevent nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness.

Can you buy antiemetic over the counter?

When travel/motion sickness is the cause of your nausea medications such as Cyclizine or Phenergan can be used. Phenergan can be purchased over the counter at your local pharmacy however Cyclizine will be a medication you will have to go to your GP for and be prescribed.

Does Sprite help with nausea?

Clear liquids are the best. Water, Gatorade, Sprite, 7-Up, and Ginger Ale are suggested. Clear broth, plain Jell—O and weak tea may also be used but in smaller amounts.

How do you sleep with nausea?

Prop your head up so you’re not lying flat in bed. If it’s comfortable for you, try to sleep with your head about 12 inches above your feet. This can help keep acid or food from moving up into your esophagus. Drink a small amount of a slightly sweet liquid, like fruit juice, but avoid citrus.

What do doctors prescribe for vomiting?

Popular Nausea Drugs

• Zofran. ondansetron. $10.82.
• Promethegan. promethazine. $6.75.
• Phenadoz. promethazine. $6.75.
• Phenergan. promethazine. $6.75.
• meclizine. $7.49.
• Reglan. metoclopramide. $9.82.
• Compro. prochlorperazine. $13.65.
• Transderm Scop. scopolamine. $32.49.