If possible, try lying down, shutting your eyes, sleeping, or looking at the horizon. Stay hydrated by drinking water. Limit alcoholic and caffeinated beverages. Eat small amounts of food frequently.
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That said, many studies show that as a whole, Dramamine is more effective at preventing motion sickness, though it is less convenient given the dosing. Another option is scopolamine, which is commonly known as the round patch placed behind one's ear.
Pressure or massage at the P6 acupressure point might help relieve motion sickness. The point is found three finger-widths away from the wrist, roughly in the middle of the forearm.
Over-the-counter medications like Dramamine, Meclizine (also known as Bonine) or diphenhydramine (commonly called Benadryl) can also help prevent or alleviate seasickness. On some ships, these are dispensed freely or are sold in the sundries shop.
Try The Earplug TrickSimply insert an earplug into one ear; this fools the brain into ignoring signals from your ears and forces it to focus on signals being sent by your eyes. Sailors claim it works best if you plug the ear that is opposite to your dominant hand, such as your left ear if you are right-handed.
The most commonly prescribed medication, though, is scopolamine, which comes in a patch that you wear behind your ear. It's a preventative medication, so you apply it before you set sail, and one patch works for 72 hours.
Eat mild, starchy foods: Avoid eating heavy, spicy, or fat-rich foods or consuming excessive alcohol before your trip. These foods may worsen seasickness in some people. Try eating bananas, rice, applesauce, or toast instead.
Seasoned sailors suggest you take seasickness medication not a few hours before travel, but much earlier, at least the night before. Another tip is not to step on a ship with a hangover. Smith advises to avoid alcohol for at least a couple of days before the trip.
Avoiding & Preventing Motion SicknessClose your eyes: Closing your eyes can stop the conflicting messages from the eyes & inner ear. Chewing: Chewing gum or having a snack can reduce mild motion sickness. Fresh air: Opening a window can let fresh air in, slightly reducing motion sickness symptoms.