[Motion sickness]
The season is warm and comfortable every day. With Golden Week just around the corner, there will be more opportunities to go out with the whole family. But fun bus trips and drives are also a bit of a hassle for people who suffer from motion sickness... I will tell you the points to ease the pain of motion sickness!
Car sickness?
Sudden acceleration or swaying in a vehicle disrupts the body's sense of balance, disturbing the functioning of the autonomic nervous system and causing nausea , discomfort , dizziness, and headaches . This symptom is called "motion sickness".
It happens not only in cars and buses, but also in planes, ships, and amusement park rides.
Do you have this problem?
・Because I always get motion sickness, I feel uneasy and sick even before I get on the vehicle.
・When I stayed up late the night before, the symptoms of motion sickness appeared worse than usual.
Motion sickness is easily caused by the feeling of "What should I do if I get motion sickness?"
The symptoms are also affected by the physical condition when riding a vehicle, such as lack of sleep and fatigue.
If you avoid things that make you more susceptible to motion sickness...
Even those who are prone to motion sickness can alleviate the unpleasant symptoms of motion sickness by taking proper measures.
It happens not only in cars and buses, but also in planes, ships, and amusement park rides.
Do you have this problem?
・Because I always get motion sickness, I feel uneasy and sick even before I get on the vehicle.
・When I stayed up late the night before, the symptoms of motion sickness appeared worse than usual.
Motion sickness is easily caused by the feeling of "What should I do if I get motion sickness?"
The symptoms are also affected by the physical condition when riding a vehicle, such as lack of sleep and fatigue.
If you avoid things that make you more susceptible to motion sickness...
Even those who are prone to motion sickness can alleviate the unpleasant symptoms of motion sickness by taking proper measures.
For motion sickness
■ Before getting on a vehicle
・Be sure to get enough sleep the night before, and pay attention to sleep deprivation and fatigue.
・Even if you are full or hungry, you are more likely to get motion sickness. Eat a light meal about an hour before boarding the vehicle .
Also, don't drink carbonated drinks before boarding, as they can make your stomach bloat and make it easier to vomit.
- Wear loose-fitting clothing that does not constrict your body .
■ After getting on the vehicle
・Choose a seat with as little vibration or shaking as possible. It is a good idea to remember that the place where there is little shaking is the middle of the vehicle.
・Let's sit facing the direction of travel . If you sit in a seat facing the direction of travel, such as on a train, you are more likely to get motion sickness.
Bus : Seats in the middle of the bus (avoid over the tires)
Passenger car : Passenger seat (If it is difficult for a child to sit in the passenger seat, the driver should be careful about sudden starts and sudden braking.)
Boat : Around the center of the bottom floor (the 1st floor has less shaking than the 2nd floor)
Airplane : near the wings, near the center of the plane
・Let's look at the scenery as far away as possible. It's easy to get motion sickness when you look at the scenery nearby. Avoid reading, playing games, and using smartphones.
・Let's relax by distracting ourselves with chatting and music .
・Peppermint can be expected to have an anti-sickness effect. If you get motion sickness easily, try chewing on peppermint-flavored gum or candy while traveling.
・Ginger is said to have the effect of relieving nausea . If you feel sick, drink a sports drink with ginger juice.
・It is said that citrus fruits such as oranges and tangerines promote the secretion of gastric acid, making it easier to get motion sickness. Avoid citrus fruits, including juices .
・Motion sickness may also be caused by "smells" such as cigarettes and gasoline. Ventilate your car or bus from time to time to change the air .
・Be sure to get enough sleep the night before, and pay attention to sleep deprivation and fatigue.
・Even if you are full or hungry, you are more likely to get motion sickness. Eat a light meal about an hour before boarding the vehicle .
Also, don't drink carbonated drinks before boarding, as they can make your stomach bloat and make it easier to vomit.
- Wear loose-fitting clothing that does not constrict your body .
■ After getting on the vehicle
・Choose a seat with as little vibration or shaking as possible. It is a good idea to remember that the place where there is little shaking is the middle of the vehicle.
・Let's sit facing the direction of travel . If you sit in a seat facing the direction of travel, such as on a train, you are more likely to get motion sickness.
Bus : Seats in the middle of the bus (avoid over the tires)
Passenger car : Passenger seat (If it is difficult for a child to sit in the passenger seat, the driver should be careful about sudden starts and sudden braking.)
Boat : Around the center of the bottom floor (the 1st floor has less shaking than the 2nd floor)
Airplane : near the wings, near the center of the plane
・Let's look at the scenery as far away as possible. It's easy to get motion sickness when you look at the scenery nearby. Avoid reading, playing games, and using smartphones.
・Let's relax by distracting ourselves with chatting and music .
・Peppermint can be expected to have an anti-sickness effect. If you get motion sickness easily, try chewing on peppermint-flavored gum or candy while traveling.
・Ginger is said to have the effect of relieving nausea . If you feel sick, drink a sports drink with ginger juice.
・It is said that citrus fruits such as oranges and tangerines promote the secretion of gastric acid, making it easier to get motion sickness. Avoid citrus fruits, including juices .
・Motion sickness may also be caused by "smells" such as cigarettes and gasoline. Ventilate your car or bus from time to time to change the air .
Effects of motion sickness medicine
Motion sickness medicine works to prevent motion sickness by reducing discomfort. In addition, the sense of security that "it's okay because I've taken medicine" is also a point to prevent motion sickness.
★It is effective to take it about 30 minutes before getting on a vehicle.
Even if you take it after you have motion sickness, it will ease the symptoms and make the painful symptoms easier, but if you are prone to motion sickness, it is recommended to take motion sickness medicine before riding.
Motion sickness medicine includes chewable types that can be taken without water and drink types that can be taken quickly.
There are also medicines that are taken once a day. Depending on the medicine, the time it takes to work will vary, so it is a good idea to choose one that matches the time you will be riding.
* Precautions when taking motion sickness medicine
■There are medicines for motion sickness and medicines that cannot be taken together!
Motion sickness medicines need to be used with other medicines, and there are many medicines that cannot be taken together.
When taking motion sickness medicine, be careful not to combine it with the following medicines.
Medicines that cannot be combined with motion sickness medicines
Cold medicine, antipyretic analgesic, antitussive, rhinitis medicine , etc.
Ingredients with similar functions may be combined, and side effects may occur more easily. Also, some gastrointestinal medicines cannot be used with motion sickness medicines. For more information, please consult a pharmacist or registered seller!
Also, if you are taking medicine for a chronic disease and are prone to motion sickness, it is a good idea to check with your family doctor in advance whether you can use motion sickness medicine together.
★It is effective to take it about 30 minutes before getting on a vehicle.
Even if you take it after you have motion sickness, it will ease the symptoms and make the painful symptoms easier, but if you are prone to motion sickness, it is recommended to take motion sickness medicine before riding.
Motion sickness medicine includes chewable types that can be taken without water and drink types that can be taken quickly.
There are also medicines that are taken once a day. Depending on the medicine, the time it takes to work will vary, so it is a good idea to choose one that matches the time you will be riding.
* Precautions when taking motion sickness medicine
■There are medicines for motion sickness and medicines that cannot be taken together!
Motion sickness medicines need to be used with other medicines, and there are many medicines that cannot be taken together.
When taking motion sickness medicine, be careful not to combine it with the following medicines.
Medicines that cannot be combined with motion sickness medicines
Cold medicine, antipyretic analgesic, antitussive, rhinitis medicine , etc.
Ingredients with similar functions may be combined, and side effects may occur more easily. Also, some gastrointestinal medicines cannot be used with motion sickness medicines. For more information, please consult a pharmacist or registered seller!
Also, if you are taking medicine for a chronic disease and are prone to motion sickness, it is a good idea to check with your family doctor in advance whether you can use motion sickness medicine together.
