Meclizine is an FDA-approved first-generation antihistamine used to alleviate motion sickness. By acting as a non-selective H1 antagonist, meclizine addresses the symptoms associated with motion sickness, including dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Beyond its role in mitigating motion-related discomfort, meclizine demonstrates central anticholinergic actions, making it an option for managing vertigo symptoms induced by vestibular diseases, notably those affecting the inner ear, such as Mèniére disease.Additionally, this medication proves beneficial in off-label applications, extending its utility to address analogous symptoms triggered by viral illnesses, gastrointestinal infections, pregnancy, or radiation therapy. This activity discusses the various facets of meclizine, offering insights into its indications, mechanism of action, contraindications, interactions, and adverse events. Healthcare team members gain essential knowledge to proficiently manage patients with motion sickness and vertigo stemming from diverse underlying conditions.
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- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/80715
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
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- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Ambulatory/Outpatient, Complex General Surgical Oncology, Gastroenterology, General Operative Anesthesia, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, Hematology, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Neurotology, Obstetric Anesthesia, Otology, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology