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Dimenhydrinate can be addictive when it is used to get high, rather than its intended use of preventing motion sickness. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dimenhydrinate, more commonly known as Dramamine, is one drug that has been used recreationally to achieve a high or sedative effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When taken according to recommendations to treat the symptoms of motion sickness, dimenhydrinate has not been shown to be addictive. However, when the drug is taken at doses much higher than recommended, a person may experience feelings of euphoria. Craving this feeling can lead to abuse of the drug and possible addiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Dimenhydrinate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine medication used to prevent and treat motion sickness by treating the symptoms associated with it, including nausea, vomiting, and vertigo. Being an over-the-counter medication, it is easily accessible, making it prone to misuse. It is also often used to decrease withdrawal symptoms due to opioid use<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Name Brand, Generic and Street Names for Dimenhydrinate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dimenhydrinate is the generic name for a drug more commonly known by the brand names Dramamine, Gravol or Draminate. It is also called diphenhydramine 8-chlorotheophylline, based on the names of the substances it is composed of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since being used as a recreational drug, dimenhydrinate has come to be known as dime, dime tabs, substance D, d-house, D-Q or drams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Dimenhydrinate Used For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In most cases, dimenhydrinate is used to treat and prevent symptoms of motion sickness such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Many people experience motion sickness when traveling in airplanes, cars or boats. Some people may also develop motion sickness from rides at amusement parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dimenhydrinate works by stimulating nerves in the inner ear and brain that control the sense of balance. This stimulation helps control dizziness, vertigo, nausea, and vomiting, especially in response to sudden changes in movement that can induce motion sickness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other dimenhydrinate uses include treatment for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n