can this be used for air sickness?

Wed, 2 Apr 2008 22:22:06 -0800

I'm a student pilot, and I had my first flight yesterday. Awhile into the flight after we hit some turbulence and started practicing descents I almost lost it. I was sweating profusely and felt extremely nauseous. So much so that my instructor had to take over the controls and open an air vent for me.

Anyways, I mentioned to him that I wanted to take Dramamine before the next flight but he told me that in the eyes of the FAA it is illegal to take any sort of medication while piloting an airplane. That's understandable since your functions may be impaired by certain drugs.

But I keep reading that Bonine is non-drowsy, and I remember taking it before going in a boat and did not feel any fatigue.

Can anybody else speak about this? Since Bonine is non drowsy, can it be taken prior to a flight lesson? I really want to be able to fly without the air sickness.

Thanks,
Nick 2 Replies

Nausea / Caffeine ?

Fri, 1 Jul 2005 08:10:09 -0800

just took Bonine for the first time and i feel nautious. wondering if it is an initial effect of Bonine, or maybe because i drank some coffee not too long ago. plus i am getting on a plane and might be a bit nervous. can anybody else share their experiences with Bonine or Dramamine? Post a Reply

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can this be used for air sickness?

Nausea / Caffeine ?