Nausea

Nausea is the unpleasant feeling of being about to be sick, which can be brought on by many causes including migraine, travel or upset stomach. GetMyMeds offers treatments to help relieve nausea.

How It Works

These options include pharmacy medicines, so some are available over the counter for certain uses, while others may need a clinician check depending on the cause. Buccal tablets that dissolve between the gum and cheek are one available option. It is sensible to ask your pharmacist for advice, particularly if nausea is severe, persistent or has an unknown cause.

Choosing a Treatment

The right approach depends on what is causing your nausea. Some buccal anti-sickness tablets are used for nausea associated with conditions such as migraine. Because nausea can have many underlying causes, it is important to consider why you feel unwell. Short-lived nausea from a known cause often settles, but ongoing or unexplained nausea should be assessed by a healthcare professional rather than simply masked with treatment.

FAQ

What can cause nausea? Common causes include migraine, motion sickness, infections, certain medicines, pregnancy and digestive upsets. Identifying the cause helps guide the most appropriate treatment.

How do buccal tablets work? Buccal tablets are placed between the upper gum and cheek, where they dissolve and are absorbed. This can be helpful when swallowing tablets is difficult due to nausea.

When should I see a doctor about nausea? Seek advice if nausea is severe, lasts more than a day or two, is accompanied by other worrying symptoms, or you are unsure of the cause, especially if you might be pregnant.