Motion Sickness
Description
As the name implies, nausea often accompanies unfamiliar motions, like sea travel.
Causes
Repetitive disturbance of the balance center within the inner ear. This is often exacerbated following strange food, or stale air.
Signs & Symptoms
Mild forms may comprise slight discomfort which, particularly in children, may be alleviated for a brief period of time by distraction: playing a game etc.
More severe forms can include emotional distress, pallor, profuse sweating, salivation and vomiting.
Nutritional Supplements
Structure & Function: Detoxification
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General Supplements
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| Charcoal | 5 tablets |
| Magnesium | 500 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 100 mg |
Note: These nutrients should be taken an hour prior to departure.
Note: All amounts are in addition to those supplements having a Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA). Due to individual needs, one must always be aware of a possible undetermined effect when taking nutritional supplements. If any disturbances from the use of a particular supplement should occur, stop its use immediately and seek the care of a qualified health care professional.
Dietary Considerations
Some people take crackers and olives to snack in order to reduce salivation.
Try to stay with familiar, bland foods.
Homeopathic Remedy
| Description | Remedy |
| Air sickness | Belladonna tinct. |
| Nausea | Aconitum Napellus tinct. |
| Tabacum | |
| Restless & fearful | Aconitum Napellus tinct. |
| Sea sick | Aconitum Napellus tinct. |
| Cocculus indicus | |
| Sensitivity to every motion | Aconitum Napellus tinct. |
| Nux vomica | |
| Vomiting | Aconitum Napellus tinct. |
| Ipecacuanha |
Treatment Schedule
Over-the-counter homeopathic remedies may be single strength (of fairly weak potency e.g. 6X ) or a blend of several weaker strengths (6X, 8X, 10X).
This may comprise a single remedy, or several remedies.
Doses are administered on a 3 times daily (tid), between meals,schedule and continued for 3 days.
Liquid preparations usually use 8-10 drops per dose.
Solid preparations are usually 2 or 3 pellets per dose.
Children use 1/2 dose i.e. 1 pellet.
If there is aggravation of the symptoms, stop taking the remedy and consult a homeopath.
References
Murphy, R. : Homeopathic Medical Repertory. Hahneman Academy, Pagosa Springs, Colorado. 1993.
Murphy, R. : Lotus Materia Medica. Hahneman Academy, Pagosa Springs, Colorado. 1995.
Pert, J.C.: Homeopathy for the Family. The Homoeopathic Development Foundation, London. 1985 edition.
Herbal Approaches
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Herbs
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Ginger
Peppermint
Note: The misdirected use of an herb can produce severely adverse effects, especially in combination with prescription drugs. This Herbal information is for educational purposes and is not intended as a replacement for medical advice.
Discussion:
Ginger is uniquely recommended for this condition by the German Commission E.
References:
Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998.
Aromatherapy - Essential Oils
| Fennel Essence, | Ginger Essence, |
| Lavender Essence, | Peppermint Essence. |
Related Health Conditions
AbstractsReferences
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Jan MM et al., Vomiting after mild head injury is related to migraine. J Pediatr, 1997 Jan, 130:1, 134-7.
Mowrey, Daniel B. & D. E. Clayson. Motion sickness, ginger, and psychophysics. Lancet I :655-7, 1982.
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