Key facts about Antivert
What is Antivert?
Antivert is the brand name for meclizine and is available as an oral tablet and a chewable tablet.
What dosages is Antivert available in?
Antivert is available as a 12.5 mg, 25 mg, and 50 mg oral tablet and a 25 mg chewable tablet.
What is Antivert used for?
Antivert is an antihistamine that is used to treat vertigo and motion sickness.
How does Antivert work?
Antivert is an antihistamine. It blocks histamine, a natural chemical in your body, from binding (attaching) to a part of your brain that triggers nausea and vomiting.
How do I take Antivert?
The typical dose of Antivert is 25 mg to 100 mg total per day, split into multiple doses and taken by mouth (or chewed for chewable tablets) throughout the day.
Is it safe for me to take Antivert?
Antivert is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
Antivert Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Antivert include:
- Sleepiness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Vomiting
Antivert Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Antivert. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reaction (anaphylaxis): closing of the throat, skin rash, swelling of the face, trouble breathing
- Accidentally taking too much medication: fast heartbeat, flushing, extreme sleepiness, changes in vision, irritability in children
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Antivert
The following medications may interact with Antivert:
- CNS depressants Including alcohol, may result in excessive drowsiness and CNS depression
Who makes Antivert?
Casper Pharma
Is Antivert safe in pregnancy?
Antivert is a recommended treatment option for morning sickness during pregnancy. However, you should talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medication if you are pregnant.













