MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 12.5 mg Tablet, 30-count
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- Meclizine is mainly used to prevent and treat the nausea, vomiting, and dizziness that comes with motion sickness — whether you're on a boat, in a car, or on a plane. It's also use...
- For the best chance of preventing motion sickness, take meclizine about one hour before you start traveling. After that first dose, you can take it once every 24 hours as needed fo...
- Yes, drowsiness is the most common side effect — it's actually worth planning around. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how it affects you. And definitely s...
- This one requires a conversation with your doctor. Human studies haven't clearly linked meclizine to birth defects, but animal studies did show fetal harm at doses similar to what...
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Anhydrous lactose is a milk sugar with no water content. It acts as a filler and binder in tablets and capsules, adding bulk and helping ingredients stick together.
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Crospovidone is a synthetic polymer derived from povidone. It acts as a disintegrant, helping the tablet or capsule break apart quickly in the stomach so the active ingredient can be absorbed.
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Magnesium stearate is a salt made from magnesium and stearic acid, a fatty substance. It's used in tablets and capsules as a lubricant and glidant to help ingredients flow smoothly during manufacturing and prevent sticking.
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Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, a natural fiber from plant sources. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and give the medicine its shape and size.
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Silicon dioxide is a naturally occurring mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. It helps powder ingredients flow smoothly and prevents clumping during manufacturing and storage.
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · Q2 2026 | $0.1168 | $3.50 / 30 tablets |
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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Meclizine 12.5 mg 00536-1297-01 | RUGBY | 100 tablets | $0.030 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 24689-0138-01 | APNAR | 100 tablets | $0.030 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine HCl 12.5 mg 57237-0333-01 | Rising | 100 tablets | $0.030 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine HCl 12.5 mg 68001-0528-00 | BluePoint | 100 tablets | $0.030 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 00904-7375-61 | Major | 100 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 16571-0660-01 | Rising | 100 tablets | $0.046 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 42806-0012-01 | Epic | 100 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 50268-0522-15 | AvPAK | 50 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 53746-0441-01 | Amneal | 100 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 59651-0807-01 | Aurobindo | 100 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 59746-0122-06 | Jubilant | 100 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 60687-0775-01 | American | 100 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 62135-0952-90 | Chartwell | 90 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 70710-1161-00 | Zydus | 1000 tablets | $0.046 | AA | Availability likely | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 00615-8514-39 | NCS | 30 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine 12.5 mg 16103-0386-08 | Pharbest | 100 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine HCL 12.5 mg 17714-0117-01 | Advance | 100 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 63629-2432-01 | Bryant | 1000 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 65162-0441-03 | Amneal | 30 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mgthis 67296-2250-03 | Redpharm | 30 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 68788-8633-01 | Preferred | 10 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine HCL 12.5 mg 69618-0027-01 | Reliable | 100 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 70518-3768-00 | REMEDYREPACK | 30 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 70771-1539-00 | Zydus | 1000 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 71205-0416-10 | Proficient | 10 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 71205-0647-10 | Proficient | 10 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine HCL 12.5 mg 71205-0762-30 | Proficient | 30 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 71335-0153-01 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 71335-1563-01 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 71335-1872-01 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 71335-3139-01 | Bryant | 1000 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 71335-3141-01 | Bryant | 30 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 72162-1690-00 | Bryant | 1000 tablets | — | AA | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 72189-0302-30 | DirectRx | 30 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine 12.5 mg 73057-0386-08 | Ulai | 100 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg 76420-0797-01 | Asclemed | 100 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Meclizine 12.5 mg 80513-0427-02 | Advanced | 200 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 67296-2250-03 You're viewing this | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (67296-2250-3) | 2023-09-14 | Active |
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📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Meclizine hydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of vertigo associated with diseases affecting the vestibular system in adults. Meclizine hydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of vertigo associated with diseases affecting the vestibular system in adults ( 1 ).
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Recommended dosage: 25 mg to 100 mg daily, in divided doses ( 2.1 ). Tablets: Swallow whole ( 2.2 ).
2.1Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage is 25 mg to 100 mg daily administered orally, in divided doses, depending upon clinical response.
2.2Administration Instructions Tablets: Meclizine hydrochloride tablets must be swallowed whole.
💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ▾
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Meclizine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP are available containing 12.5 mg, 25 mg or 50 mg of meclizine dihydrochloride equivalent to 10.53 mg, 21.07 mg or 42.14 mg of meclizine free base, respectively. The 12.5 mg tablets are a white to off-white 7.14 mm round, biconvex, beveled edge tablets debossed with 12 on one side of tablet and C on the other side of tablet. The 25 mg tablets are a white to off-white 8.73 mm round, biconvex, beveled edge tablets debossed with 25 on one side of tablet and C on the other side of tablet.
The 50 mg tablets are a white to off-white 10.32 mm round, biconvex, beveled edge tablets debossed with C above the score on one side of tablet and 50 on the other side of tablet. Tablets: 12.5 mg, 25 mg and 50 mg ( 3 ).
⛔ Contraindications ▾
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Meclizine hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to meclizine or any of the inactive ingredients [see Adverse Reactions (6) and Description (11) ]. Meclizine hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to meclizine or any of the inactive ingredients ( 4 ).
⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ▾
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS May cause drowsiness: Use caution when driving a car or operating dangerous machinery ( 5.1 ). Potential anticholinergic action: this drug should be prescribed with care to patients with a history of asthma, glaucoma, or enlargement of the prostate gland ( 5.2 ).
5.1Drowsiness Since drowsiness may occur with use of meclizine hydrochloride tablets, patients should be warned of this possibility and cautioned against driving a car or operating dangerous machinery. Patients should avoid alcoholic beverages while taking meclizine hydrochloride tablets [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] .
5.2Concurrent Medical Conditions Because of its potential anticholinergic action, meclizine hydrochloride tablets should be used with caution in patients with asthma, glaucoma, or enlargement of the prostate gland.
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions associated with the use of meclizine hydrochloride were identified in clinical studies or postmarketing reports. Because some of these reactions were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Anaphylactic reaction, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, fatigue, and vomiting.
On rare occasions blurred vision has been reported. Common adverse reactions are anaphylactic reaction, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, fatigue, and vomiting. On rare occasions blurred vision has been reported ( 6 ).
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. at 1-866-850-2876 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
🔄 Drug Interactions ▾
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Coadministration of meclizine hydrochloride tablets with other CNS depressants, including alcohol, may result in increased CNS depression ( 7.1 ). CYP2D6 inhibitors: As meclizine is metabolized by CYP2D6, there is a potential for drug-drug interactions between meclizine hydrochloride tablets and CYP2D6 inhibitors ( 7.2 ).
7.1CNS Depressants There may be increased CNS depression when meclizine hydrochloride tablets are administered concurrently with other CNS depressants, including alcohol [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .
7.2CYP2D6 Inhibitors Based on in-vitro evaluation, meclizine is metabolized by CYP2D6. Therefore, there is a possibility for a drug interaction between meclizine hydrochloride tablets and CYP2D6 inhibitors. Therefore, monitor for adverse reactions and clinical effect accordingly.
👥 Use in Specific Populations ▾
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary: Data from epidemiological studies have not generally indicated a drug-associated risk of major birth defects with meclizine during pregnancy. However, in a published study, an increased incidence of fetal malformations was observed following oral administration of meclizine to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis, at doses similar to those used clinically. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively.
The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. Data: Human Data: Epidemiological studies reporting on pregnancies exposed to meclizine have not identified an association between the use of meclizine during pregnancy and an increased risk of major birth defects. Animal Data: In a published study, oral administration of meclizine (25 to 250 mg/kg) to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis resulted in a high incidence of fetal malformations.
These effects occurred at doses as low as 25 mg/kg, which is approximately 2 times the maximum recommended human dose (100 mg) on a body surface area (mg/m 2 ) basis.
8.2Lactation Risk Summary: There are no data on the presence of meclizine in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for meclizine hydrochloride tablets and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from meclizine hydrochloride tablets or from the underlying maternal condition.
8.4Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
8.5Geriatric Use In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy.
8.6Hepatic Impairment The effect of hepatic impairment on the pharmacokinetics of meclizine has not been evaluated. As meclizine undergoes metabolism, hepatic impairment may result in increased systemic exposure of meclizine. Treatment with meclizine hydrochloride tablets should be administered with caution in patients with hepatic impairment.
8.7Renal Impairment The effect of renal impairment on the pharmacokinetics of meclizine has not been evaluated. Because of a potential for drug/metabolite accumulation, meclizine hydrochloride tablets should be administered with caution in patients with renal impairment and in the elderly, as renal function generally declines with age.
8.8Genetic CYP2D6 Polymorphism The genetic polymorphism of CYP2D6 that results in poor-, intermediate-, extensive-, and ultrarapid metabolizer phenotypes could contribute to large inter-individual variability in meclizine exposure. Therefore, when meclizine hydrochloride tablets are administered to patients with CYP2D6 polymorphism, monitor for adverse reactions and clinical effect accordingly.
🤰 Pregnancy ▾
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary: Data from epidemiological studies have not generally indicated a drug-associated risk of major birth defects with meclizine during pregnancy. However, in a published study, an increased incidence of fetal malformations was observed following oral administration of meclizine to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis, at doses similar to those used clinically. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively.
The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. Data: Human Data: Epidemiological studies reporting on pregnancies exposed to meclizine have not identified an association between the use of meclizine during pregnancy and an increased risk of major birth defects. Animal Data: In a published study, oral administration of meclizine (25 to 250 mg/kg) to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis resulted in a high incidence of fetal malformations.
These effects occurred at doses as low as 25 mg/kg, which is approximately 2 times the maximum recommended human dose (100 mg) on a body surface area (mg/m 2 ) basis.
🧒 Pediatric Use ▾
8.4Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
🧓 Geriatric Use ▾
8.5Geriatric Use In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy.
🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ▾
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1Mechanism of Action The precise mechanism by which meclizine exerts its therapeutic effect is unknown but is presumed to involve antagonism of the histamine H1 receptor.
12.2Pharmacodynamics There are no relevant pharmacodynamic data regarding meclizine.
12.3Pharmacokinetics The available pharmacokinetic information for meclizine following oral administration has been summarized from published literature. Absorption: Meclizine is absorbed after oral administration with maximum plasma concentrations reaching at a median T max value of 3 hours post-dose (range: 1.5 to 6 hours) for the tablet dosage form. Distribution: Drug distribution characteristics for meclizine in humans are unknown.
Elimination: Meclizine has a plasma elimination half-life of about 5 to 6 hours in humans. Metabolism: In an in vitro metabolic study using human hepatic microsome and recombinant CYP enzyme, CYP2D6 was found to be the dominant enzyme for metabolism of meclizine.
🧬 Mechanism of Action ▾
12.1Mechanism of Action The precise mechanism by which meclizine exerts its therapeutic effect is unknown but is presumed to involve antagonism of the histamine H1 receptor.
📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling ▾
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING
16.1How Supplied Meclizine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP are available containing 12.5 mg, 25 mg or 50 mg of meclizinedihydrochloride equivalent to 10.53 mg, 21.07 mg or 42.14 mg of meclizine free base, respectively. The 12.5 mg tablets are a white to off-white 7.14 mm round, biconvex, beveled edge tablets debossed with 12 on one side of tablet and C on the other side of tablet. They are available as follows: Bottles of 100 NDC 59651-807-01 Bottles of 1,000 NDC 59651-807-99 The 25 mg tablets are a white to off-white 8.73 mm round, biconvex, beveled edge tablets debossed with 25 on one side of tablet and C on the other side of tablet.
They are available as follows: Bottles of 100 NDC 59651-808-01 Bottles of 1,000 NDC 59651-808-99 The 50 mg tablets are a white to off-white 10.32 mm round, biconvex, beveled edge tablets debossed with C above the score on one side of tablet and 50 on the other side of tablet. They are available as follows: Bottles of 90 NDC 59651-809-90 Bottles of 500 NDC 59651-809-05
16.2Storage and Handling Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container as defined in the USP using a child-resistant closure.
📋 Description ▾
11 DESCRIPTION Meclizine hydrochloride, USP a histamine (H1) receptor antagonist, is a white to slight yellowish crystalline powder. It has the following structural formula: Chemically, meclizine hydrochloride is 1-( p -Chloro-α-phenylbenzyl)-4-( m -methylbenzyl) piperazine dihydrochloride monohydrate. Tablets: Inactive ingredients for the tablets are: anhydrous lactose, colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, magnesium stearate and microcrystalline cellulose.
Each meclizine hydrochloride 12.5 mg tablet contains 12.5 mg of meclizine dihydrochloride equivalent to 10.53 mg of meclizine free base. Each meclizine hydrochloride 25 mg tablet contains 25 mg of meclizine dihydrochloride equivalent to 21.07 mg of meclizine free base. Each meclizine hydrochloride 50 mg tablet contains 50 mg of meclizine dihydrochloride equivalent to 42.14 mg of meclizine free base.
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💬 Information for Patients ▾
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Administration Instructions: Advise patients that the tablets must be swallowed whole, but chewable tablets must be chewed or crushed completely before swallowing [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . Adverse Reactions: Advise patients that meclizine hydrochloride tablets may cause anaphylactic reaction, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, fatigue, vomiting and, on rare occasions, blurred vision [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Adverse Reactions (6) ] . Inform patients that meclizine hydrochloride tablets may impair their ability to engage in potentially dangerous activities, such as operating machinery or vehicles.
Concomitant Drug Interactions: Advise patients regarding medications that should not be taken in combination with meclizine hydrochloride tablets or that may necessitate increased monitoring [see Drug Interactions (7.1 , 7.2) ] . Inform patients that alcohol may increase adverse reactions. Concurrent Medical Conditions: Advise patients to notify their healthcare provider about all of their medical conditions, including if they are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or if they are breastfeeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Use in Specific Populations (8.1 , 8.2) ] .
Distributed by: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. 279 Princeton-Hightstown Road East Windsor, NJ 08520 Manufactured by: Aurobindo Pharma Limited Hyderabad-500 032, India Revised: 08/2023