Take orally with water, preferably after meals to minimize gastrointestinal upset. For motion sickness, take 30 minutes before travel.

Cinnarizine primarily acts as an H1-receptor antagonist, blocking histamine receptors to reduce vestibular excitability. It also has a weak calcium channel blocking activity, particularly on vascular smooth muscle cells, leading to vasodilation and improved cerebral blood flow.

• •Hypersensitivity to cinnarizine or any component of the formulation
• •Parkinson's disease (may exacerbate symptoms)
• •Acute porphyria

Store in a cool, dry place, below 30°C. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Symptoms of overdose include drowsiness, stupor, ataxia, vomiting, and anticholinergic effects like dry mouth and blurred vision. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive, including gastric lavage and activated charcoal.

Pregnancy Category C. Use only if potential benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus. Cinnarizine may be excreted in breast milk; avoid use during lactation or discontinue breastfeeding.